American Revolution War

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Across
  1. 2. First word of a winter camp where the Continental Army suffered through harsh conditions (_______ Forge)
  2. 5. Nickname for British soldiers
  3. 7. Supporter of American independence
  4. 8. American traitor who switched sides to the British
  5. 10. City where there was a famous "Tea Party" in 1773
  6. 11. Author of the Declaration of Independence
  7. 14. A founding father known for his inventions and diplomacy
  8. 16. Along with Concord, first battle of the Revolutionary War
Down
  1. 1. First word of the document claiming American independence
  2. 3. Colonial militia ready to fight at a moment's notice
  3. 4. Gave a famous "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" speech
  4. 6. Secret agents who gathered information during the war
  5. 9. Colonist who remained loyal to Britain
  6. 12. A famous Betsy who is often credited with making the first American flag
  7. 13. Leader of the Continental Army who became President
  8. 15. Warned his fellow Americans that the "British were coming!"