To cancel a law.

Colonists who supported the British government during the American Revolution

American colonists who were determined to fight the British until American independence was won

A group of civilians trained to fight in emergencies.

Colonial militia volunteer who was prepared to fight in 60 seconds.

The first battle of the American Revolution (April 19, 1775 - Shot Heard 'Round the World)

A chain of communication that connects places or people.

A proposed or adopted course or principle of action.

Leader of a Patriot group of fighters known as the Green Mountain Boys.

Cannons and large guns.

American General who was labeled a traitor when he assisted the British in a failed attempt to take the American fort at West Point.

Author of the Declaration of Independence and third president of the United States.

A piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides.

First major battle of the Revolutionary War. It showed that the Americans could hold their own, but the British were also not easy to defeat.

1st President of the United States; commander-in-chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolution (1732-1799)

A professional soldier hired by a foreign army.

A plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim.

To meet in accordance with a plan (v); a meeting by agreement; a meeting place (n)

American victory over British troops in 1777 that was a turning point in the American Revolution.

An area where there are few people living; an area still in its natural state.