AfAM American Revolution

The war between Great Britain and its American colonies, 1775-83, by which the colonies won their independence.

He led the Continental Army during the American Revolution/1st president of the United States

American colonist and slaves who stayed loyal to Great Britain

A person who supported the colonists during the American Revolution, a and wanted to break free from Britain's rule

Slaves were aware of the ideals of liberty being discussed and used them to successfully sue for their freedom

This document written by Thomas Jefferson asserted the independence of the colonies from Great Britain

A massacre and Tea party occurred in this U.S. city.

English Colonel who promised freedom to escaped slaves who fought along with the British.

George Washington called on African Americans to defend liberty at the onset of War.

Runaway slave who was killed by British Soldiers at Boston Massacre.