The American Revolution Part 3 Vocab Flashcard

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Minutemen

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Armed groups ready to fight on a minute's notice during the Revolutionary War.

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Privateers

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Private ships licensed to attack enemy ships.

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Patriots

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People who supported the U.S. during the Revolutionary War

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Traitors

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People who betray their country

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Mercenaries

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Professional soldiers hired to serve in a foreign army

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Quaker

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Members of a religious group believing all men are equal, refusing military service and war taxes.

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Delegates

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People sent with powers to represent others

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Citizens

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People in a city, town, state, or country who enjoy the freedom to vote and participate in government decisions.

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Historians

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People who study the past

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Minister

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A religious leader