American Revolution

2. Main author of the Declaration of Independence in 1776
6. female patriot who wrote poems to convince others to join the patriot cause
8. Turning point of war; France supported the Americans
9. Commander (General in charge) of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1775-1783)
11. Washington and Continental army endure winter; Washington uses this time to train troops
14. Last major battle; British were defeated
15. Authored the pamphlet "Common Sense" which encouraged the colonies to break free from England.
16. Colonist met to appoint G. Washington to be General and Commander in chief of the Continental Army. Also drafted Declaration of Independence.
18. Thomas Jefferson writes list of grievances/complaints against King George III; States people have right to create new government
19. British general who surrendered at the Battle of Yorktown

1. African American Patriot who spied for the Americans during the American Revolution.
3. Considered the "Father of the U.S. Navy" and also proclaimed "I have not yet begun to fight!"
4. First battle. "Shot heard around the world"
5. life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
7. French Officer who was able to obtain troops and supplies from France to assist Americans
10. Officially ends the war, British recognize U.S. independence
12. Proclaimed "Give me liberty or give me death"
13. After the Treaty of Paris, ruler of Britain agreed to treat the new United States as Independent and free.
17. Writes to John Adams, to "remember the ladies" when forming the new country. She was an early advocate for women's rights.