Date of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Colonist who wanted independence from Britain (also called a rebel).

Colonist who remained loyal to the king of Britain (also called a Tory).

Major author of the Declaration of Independence

Rights that cannot be taken away from you

Leader of Great Britain during the Revolutionary era

British general who surrendered at Yorktown

Commander of the Continental Army

Patriot who made a daring ride to warn colonists of British arrival

African American who wrote poems and plays supporting American independence and who eventually gained her freedom

Person who helped gain French support for American independence

This American victory was the turning point of the war. The victory convinced France that the colonists could win the war and as a result France began to openly support the colonists.

This victory of the colonies over the forces of Lord Cornwallis marked the end of the Revolution.

Official agreement through which England recognized American independence.

Conflict between Great Britain and France over control of the Ohio River Valley. This conflict left England with a lot of debt.

To prevent conflict between Native Americans and settlers, Britain prohibited the construction of English settlements west of the Appalachian Mountains.

Great Britain required colonists to pay a tax on printed paper.

British soldiers fired at colonists after being insulted and taunted.

The colonists did not like that Britain tried to force them to buy tea from only one company. Samuel Adams and Paul Revere led the colonists in throwing chests of tea into the Boston Harbor.

Delegates from all the colonies except Georgia met to discuss problems with England and promote independence.

The first armed conflict of the American Revolution. It happened when Britain sent soldiers to find weapons that the colonists were stockpiling (gathering) to defend themselves.

Document that stated that the colonies were free from Great Britain, and established that life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are inalienable (cannot be taken away) rights of all people.

The encampment site of the Continental Army during the winter of 1777-1778.

Soldiers who fought for independence from the United States during the American Revolution.

Date of the signing of the Treaty of Paris.