American Revolutionary War Flashcard

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What was the Olive Branch Petition?

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A document sent to King George by the Second Continental Congress in an attempt at peace.

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Who were the Green Mountain Boys?

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Ethan Allen’s group of men that waged an attack on Fort Ticonderoga

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Who were the patriots?

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Colonists who favored war against Britain

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Who were the loyalists?

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American colonists who remained loyal to Britain

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What was the Battle of Saratoga?

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The battle that was the turning point of the war

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Who was George Washington?

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Brilliant commander of the Continental Army

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Who was John Burgoyne?

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A British general defeated at the Battle of Saratoga

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Who planned an attack on Fort Ticonderoga?

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Ethan Allen

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What was the purpose of the Olive Branch Petition?

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To seek peace with King George

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A petition that said the colonists wanted the king to help settle their conflict with Parliament.

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Olive Branch Petition