Revolutionary War Crossword
Across
- 3. After this battle, the British changed their strategy by no longer straying from the coastline.
- 4. Offensive attack by the Continental Army into New Jersey to attack the British. More than 900 British soldiers were captured, giving an edge for Americans to win.
- 7. Bloodiest battle prior to the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Colonists retreated due to low ammunition.
- 9. Sailed into New York harbor with brother William Howe to isolate New England.
- 11. War that inspired tensions between French and British and fostered a treaty between Americans and the French.
- 12. War between the British and the Americans due to Americans wanting freedom.
- 13. Suggested treaty between the French and the Americans.
- 14. Someone who gathered colonists to surround the British in the Battle of Saratoga.
Down
- 1. Attack in Chesapeake Bay where the Continental army was caught off guard. The British were able to capture Philadelphia.
- 2. Leader of attack on Brandywine Creek (from British side).
- 4. Battle that occurred as the British made a strategy to isolate New England by capturing New York City.
- 5. Alliance signed between French and Americans which offered an edge to Americans and allowed them to win as both nations remained enemies with Britain.
- 6. Leader of the Battle of Saratoga.
- 8. Commander of Continental Army.
- 10. American military force during the American Revolution.