Revolutionary War

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Across
  1. 2. Colonial militia trained to fight at a minute’s notice during the Revolutionary War
  2. 4. Nickname for British soldiers due to their bright uniforms during the war
  3. 5. Americans’ advantage of knowing the terrain and using it for defense and movement
  4. 7. Colonists who actively supported fighting against British rule
  5. 10. Provided crucial naval support at Yorktown, helping trap the British
  6. 11. Main American military force fighting for independence from Britain
  7. 12. 1777 battle that marked a turning point and convinced France to support the Americans
  8. 13. Document signed in 1776 declaring independence from Britain and sparking full war
  9. 15. Costly British victory that proved colonial forces could stand up to the Redcoats
Down
  1. 1. Leader of the Continental Army who guided American forces to victory
  2. 3. 1781 battle where British General Cornwallis surrendered, ending the war
  3. 6. French officer who supported and trained American troops during the war
  4. 8. Harsh winter camp where Washington’s army trained and became stronger
  5. 9. Strategy used by American forces involving ambushes and hit-and-run tactics
  6. 14. First battle of the Revolutionary War, known as the "shot heard round the world"