Key Events of the American Revolutionary War

Flashcards covering key events related to the American Revolutionary War as noted in the lecture.

In July 1776, the Continental Congress declared independence for the colonies, affirming them as a __.

united and independent North American Nation.

The resolution for independence was passed on July 2nd and the Declaration of Independence was approved on __.

July 4th, 1776.

George Washington was chased out of New York City and into __ by the British Army after their landing in 1776.

New Jersey and Pennsylvania.

The two morale-boosting victories orchestrated by George Washington in winter 1776-1777 were the and battles.

Battles of Trenton and Princeton.

Washington crossed the Delaware River to surprise the German mercenaries during the Battle of __.

Trenton.

General Charles Cornwallis was ordered to defeat Washington after the British response to his victory at __.

Trenton.

On January 3, 1777, Washington's army engaged British troops in what became known as the Battle of __.

Princeton.

After the Battle of Princeton, General William Howe ordered his troops to retreat to __.

New York City.