4.7 flashcard

Front

What challenges did the soldiers at Valley Forge face during the winter?

Back

They lacked food, clothing, shelter, and medicine

Front

The Continental Army was happy to learn that they had the support of who?

Back

France

Front

Who was the former Prussian officer who trained the Continental Army at Valley Forge?

Back

Friedrich von Steuben

Front

What new responsibilities did wives and children take on during the war?

Back

Managing farms and businesses

Front

What problem occurred when Congress printed large amounts of paper money?

Back

Inflation increased

Front

What steps did some northern states take regarding slavery?

Back

They began taking steps to end slavery

Front

Who were the Loyalists?

Back

Americans who sided with Britain

Front

What challenges did Loyalists face during the war?

Back

They were often treated harshly or had their property seized.