Revolutionary war

8th grade

George Washington

Leader of continental army

Thomas Jefferson

Gets credit for writing declaration of independence

John Locke

Was english philosopher, influenced declaration of independence . Came up with social contract, and Inclieable rights

Thomas Pain

Wrote common sense, influenced declaration of independence

Benedict Arnold 

was on American side but wanted more credit/glory. Became a traitor for money. Married a loyalist.

John Burgoyne 

His idea to separate New England from other colonies.

Militas

loyalist and patriots both had one. They volunteered. (often gerilla fought)

Continental Army

More professional army/fighting style. Short on men and suplies 

Loyalist

people loyal to Britain

-Feared chaos

-Financial ties 

Patriots

wanted freedom from Britain

-Wanted self government

-Didnt like taxes 

Privateers

The job of a privateer was to steal british ships and stuff on them. 18 million $ in damage

Valley Forge

Valley Forge was a winter encampment from 1777-1778. Thousands suffered from harsh conditions, lack of clothing, and illness. Time for training 

Social Contract

The Social Contract argues that if a government fails the people, they have the right to change or overthrow it

Common Sense

Common Sense was the first pamphlet that openly and quickly asked for independence from England. It significantly influenced colonists, pushing them to seek independence from British rule.

Charles Cornwallis

Charles Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown. This marked a significant turning point in the war, leading to the end of major fighting.

Treaty of Paris

The Treaty of Paris officially freed the United States as a country. It also addressed fishing rights, stipulated the removal of British troops, and called for the cessation of persecution of Loyalists, with the restoration of their land and property.

purpose of declaration?

The purpose of the Declaration of Independence was to state reasons of why colonies wanted to be separate from Britain

How did the writings of John Locke and Thomas Paine influence the writing of the Declaration of Independence?

Locke believed to include life, liberty and happiness.  He believed if the government failed people they had a right to overthrow it. (social contract)  Paine advocated for the colonies' independence. Also had ideas to elect leaders and not King

According to the Declaration of Independence, name three grievances the colonists had against King George.

1. Cut off trade with other countries 

2. Tax without approval/representation

3.  wage war

How did gorilla warfare differ  from the fighting of regular army battles?

 Gorilla Warfare differed from regular army battles because the regular army had structure. While gorilla Warfare was unorganized they had smaller groups and could happen anytime.

Why was the British Invasion of the South unsuccessful for the British army?

1. they thought they had more loyalist support

2.  away from supplies

3. more gorilla Warfare in the south

4. Southern militias use dense foliage marshes and uneven terrain to advantage.