American History : Revolutionary War, part 1

Research and discuss the events of the Revolutionary War. Where were battles fought who was involved? What was the outcome?

Add dates and events to the timeline.

Draw a picture of Valley Forge.

Field Trip: Visit Valley Forge.

Can you empathize with a colonist who sought Independence? Think about the concept of independence and why people hold it so dear.

How accurate were muskets?  Research about Revolutionary War weapons and compare them to Modern weapons.

Research battle sites and find out how many soldiers were on each side and which side was better equipped and trained.
Lexington
Concord
Saratoga
Valley Forge
Trenton
Philadelphia
Yorktown
Ticonderoga
Bunker Hill
Charleston

Write about the hardships the Americans at this time endured.

Research why the French and Spanish were willing to help the American cause.

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