Across
- 5. the leaders and statesmen who played a significant role in the founding of the United States. They included figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and others.
- 7. was the army established by the Second Continental Congress to fight for American independence during the Revolution. George Washington was its first commander.
- 8. the first President of the United States and a prominent military leader during the American Revolution. He is often called the "Father of His Country" for his role in the nation's early history.
- 9. one of the Founding Fathers and the main author of the Declaration of Independence. He was also the third President of the United States.
- 10. American colonists who remained loyal to the British monarchy during the American Revolution. They believed in staying connected to Britain and keeping things the way they were.
- 11. a Founding Father known for his inventions, writings, and diplomacy. He played a crucial role in securing French support for the American Revolution and was a key figure in early American history.
- 12. nickname for British soldiers during the American Revolution because of their distinctive red uniforms.
Down
- 1. was a war fought by the American colonists against British rule in the late 18th century. It resulted in the United States gaining its independence.
- 2. American colonists who fought for independence from British rule during the American Revolution. They wanted freedom from British control and were willing to stand up for it.
- 3. was a meeting of delegates from the American colonies that played a key role in the American Revolution. It discussed and made important decisions about the colonies' future.
- 4. a famous document written in 1776 that declared the American colonies' independence from British rule. It explained the reasons for seeking freedom and is a key part of American history.
- 6. basic rights that people are born with and that cannot be taken away. The Declaration of Independence mentions unalienable rights like life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
