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