American Battle Guide (copy)

Lexington and Concord?

American militias, led by John Parker and James Barrett, stood their ground against British troops, fired the 'shot heard 'round the world,' and chased the enemy back to Boston.

Who were the American commanders at the Battle of Bunker Hill on June 17, 1775?

William Prescott and Israel Putnam.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Long Island on August 27, 1776?

George Washington and Israel Putnam faced a devastating tactical defeat but executed a brilliant nighttime retreat.

What significant event did George Washington accomplish on December 26, 1776, at the Battle of Trenton?

He led a daring Christmas night river crossing to launch a surprise attack, capturing nearly the entire enemy garrison.

Who led American forces to victory at the Battle of Princeton on January 3, 1777?

George Washington and John Sullivan.

What happened during the Battle of Brandywine on September 11, 1777?

George Washington and Nathanael Greene fought fiercely but were outflanked, allowing for a strong rearguard action to escape intact.

What was the significance of the Battles of Saratoga, fought between September 19 and October 7, 1777?

American commanders Horatio Gates, Benedict Arnold, and Daniel Morgan surrounded and defeated a large enemy army, marking the turning point of the war.

What was the outcome of the Battle of Monmouth on June 28, 1778?

George Washington and Marquis de Lafayette rallied American troops after a chaotic retreat, fighting the enemy to a standstill.

What tactical masterclass did Daniel Morgan execute at the Battle of Cowpens on January 17, 1781?

He utilized his militia and regulars to completely trap and destroy an elite enemy strike force.

Who were the key figures in the Siege of Yorktown from September 28 to October 19, 1781?

George Washington, Marquis de Lafayette, and French commander Rochambeau.

Battle of Lexington and Concord

First military engagements of the American Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775, where American militias faced British troops.

Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle on June 17, 1775, where American forces held off British assaults before retreating due to lack of ammunition.

Battle of Long Island

A significant defeat for George Washington's forces on August 27, 1776, resulting in a strategic nighttime retreat.

Battle of Trenton

A surprise attack led by George Washington on December 26, 1776, capturing a large enemy force.

Battle of Princeton

A swift victory on January 3, 1777, where Washington outmaneuvered the enemy under the cover of darkness.

Battle of Brandywine

Fought on September 11, 1777, where Washington's forces defended the capital but were eventually outflanked.

Battles of Saratoga

Key battles from September 19 to October 7, 1777, that marked a turning point in the American Revolutionary War.

Battle of Monmouth

Fought on June 28, 1778, where American troops proved their strength after an initial retreat.

Battle of Cowpens

A tactical victory on January 17, 1781, led by Daniel Morgan, trapping and destroying a British force.

Siege of Yorktown

The final battle from September 28 to October 19, 1781, leading to the surrender of British forces, effectively winning the war.