British Empire and American Independence

Flashcards generated from lecture notes on the British Empire and the American Revolution.

What event is often mentioned when discussing the 'rise and fall of the British Empire'?

The loss of the American colonies at the Treaty of Paris (1783).

Who was appointed as the leader of the American army in July 1775?

George Washington.

In what year did the 13 American colonies declare independence from Britain?

1776.

When was the Treaty of Paris signed, officially ending the war between Britain and the American colonies?

September 3, 1783.

What event is seen as the decisive end of the war for American independence?

The British surrender at the Battle of Yorktown (1781).

Who was the leader of the British army who surrendered at the Battle of Yorktown?

Lord Cornwallis.

Which colonies to the north of America remained part of the British Empire?

Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia.

In what year did Canada achieve 'self-government'?

1867.

Why did America lose 100,000 settlers to Canada?

Rather live under a republican government.