Revolutionary War
Across
- 3. Treaty signed in 1778 that assured that French would remain enemies with the British until Americans gained full independence.
- 4. Turning point battle where the French joined forces with the Americans.
- 6. Last major battle of the Revolutionary War.
- 8. General that led the American troops to victory.
- 12. This battle left the Continental Army almost completely disbanded.
- 13. A disadvantage for the British that caused delays in receiving military supplies and orders.
- 15. A reason for American victory was their _____. The British were forced fight on a large area with foreign soil, which was a problem.
Down
- 1. The British Army's ____ was to infiltrate central areas in order to weaken the entire area.
- 2. Battle where Washington's troops crossed the Delaware River for a surprise attack.
- 4. The British captured Philadelphia in this battle.
- 5. British commander-in-chief during much of the Revolutionary War.
- 7. This battle began when British General Thomas Gage attacked militia men in Boston.
- 9. The Continental Army was able to capture more than 900 British soldiers in this battle.
- 10. British general who surrendered at Yorktown.
- 11. Colonists who remained loyal to Britain.
- 14. Treaty signed in 1783 that ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence.