Across
- 5. Referring to the American army during the Revolutionary War.
- 8. The act of betraying one’s country, such as the colonists’ actions against Britain.
- 9. The formal agreement that ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence.
- 11. The document that outlines the framework of the United States government, influenced by Enlightenment thinkers.
- 12. The city where British General Cornwallis surrendered.
- 14. Philosopher whose ideas influenced the structure of the U.S. government.\
- 15. Colonial militia members who could be ready to fight at a moment's notice.
Down
- 1. Nickname for British soldiers during the Revolutionary War.
- 2. Hill, The battle that demonstrated the Americans could stand up to British troops.
- 3. The major battle that was a turning point in the Revolutionary War.
- 4. The formal statement issued by the Continental Congress declaring independence from Britain.
- 6. The formal agreement between the American colonies and France.
- 7. Colonists who fought for independence from Britain.
- 10. Thomas Paine’s pamphlet advocating independence from Britain.
- 13. The site of the first battle of the Revolutionary War.
