Across
- 5. Father of the American Navy; defeated British near British coast; "I have not yet begun to fight."
- 8. Country that Franklin convinced to aid Continental Army
- 9. With victory here, the British planned to isolate New England and put down rebellion; turning point in war for successful patriots
- 10. Terrible winter for GWs troops in Pennsylvania; winter of 1777 deprivation
- 12. French Lieutenant General helped GW's troops surround Yorktown
- 13. Second New Jersey victory that also boosted morale
- 14. Location where Hessians were defeated
Down
- 1. Patriot spy who was caught & hanged, "I regret that I have but one life to lose for my country."
- 2. Capture of this city sent the Continental Congress scurrying for safety
- 3. Louisiana governor that helped Spain take Natchez, Baton Rouge
- 4. Name of British general who surrendered to Continental Army at Yorktown
- 6. West of the Appalachian Mountains the British gained Native American allies such as this Mohawk leader
- 7. French noble who gave his fortune to aid the Continental Army
- 11. With this loss, GW"s troops were chased from New York & New Jersey; took refuge in Pennsylvania