Key People, Events, and Terms of the American Revolutionary War

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Who was Henry Knox?

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Chief of Artillery for the Continental Army, responsible for transporting cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston.

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Who was George Washington?

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Commander of the Continental Army, led American forces to victory, and became the first President of the United States.

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Who was Thomas Jefferson?

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Principal author of the Declaration of Independence, advocated for individual rights and freedoms.

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Who was Nathan Hale?

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American soldier and spy for the Continental Army, famous for saying, 'I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.'

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Who was Lafayette?

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French general who supported the American cause, helped secure French support and contributed to key victories.

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Who was Benedict Arnold?

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Initially a hero for the American side but later defected to the British, his name is synonymous with betrayal.

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Who was Ethan Allen?

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Leader of the Green Mountain Boys, a militia group, known for capturing Fort Ticonderoga alongside Benedict Arnold.

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Who was William Howe?

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British general who led British troops during the early years of the war, captured New York City but faced setbacks in other battles.

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Who was Thomas Paine?

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Author of the pamphlet 'Common Sense,' advocating for independence, influenced public opinion in favor of the revolutionary cause.

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Who was Sam Adams?

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A key figure in organizing resistance against British rule, helped establish the Sons of Liberty.