American Revolution

First signer of the Declaration of Independence

The French Navy blocked Yorktown harbor; Cornwallis was trapped. The British surrendered.

all people are equal and have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness

Described as a highly educated, wealthy farmer, mechanic, homemaker, etc.; angry about taxes

Purpose: to explain why the colonists wanted to separate from Great Britain

Rode on a Midnight Ride to warn Patriots that the British were coming

Second President of the United States

King of England during the American Revolution

Wrote the pamphlet called Common Sense

British went to destroy supplies of the colonists. One side fired a shot. Shooting began.

Wrote an angry speech after the Stamp Act

This was a turning point in the war. France sent money to help in the war.

Wrote the Declaration of Independence

Leader of the Sons of Liberty

Militia leaders chose to build a fort on a hill, which gave them an advantage to fire cannons.

A Printer, writer, inventor, scientist, and publisher

Leader of the Continental Army

Described as a wealthy, rich landowner, religious leader/governor appointed by King George.