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(5th) Social Studies
(5th) Social Studies-Ch.9 (Vocab) Winning The Revolution
Term | Definition |
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Treaty Of Paris | Great Britain recognizes the United States of America as an independent nation |
Second Continental Congress | Colonial militias clashing with British soldiers at Concord and Lexington cause American leaders to meet an make many decisions |
Mercenary | Determined to win the war against the Americans, King George hires German soldiers to fight for Britain |
Continental Army | This was necessary for America to defend itself against the British Army |
Battle Of Saratoga | Britain attempts to take control of Lake Champlain and the Hudson River |
Declaration Of Independence | Congress prepares a document in an effort to gain every colony's support. The document explains the Americans' reason for breaking with Britain |
Green Mountain Boys | This was a group of Patriot soldiers from Vermont, led by Ethan Allen |
Olive Branch Petition | Congress offers a peaceful solution to the problem with Britain |
Traitor | Benedict Arnold fights for the British in exchange for money |