Peter Harris

The video explores the life of Peter Harris, a Catawba Indian who fought in the American Revolution. Born in 1750, Harris lost his parents to smallpox and was raised by Thomas Spratt. He joined the revolution, fighting in several battles despite being wounded. The Catawba allied with the Patriots, hoping to weaken the Cherokee, who sided with the British. After the war, Harris was granted land but struggled to receive his pension. His story highlights the diverse participants in the revolution and the complex alliances formed.

What significant event in Peter Harris's early life led to him being raised by Thomas Spratt?

• His parents moved to a different tribe.

• He was captured by the British.

• He was sent to study in Europe.

• A smallpox epidemic took his parents.

Why did the Catawba tribe choose to ally with the Patriots during the American Revolution?

• They wanted to disrupt Cherokee dominance.

• They were promised land by the British.

• They were forced by the Patriots.

• They had a long-standing friendship with the British.

Which battles did Peter Harris fight in after the Battle of Stono Ferry?

• Battle of Bunker Hill and Battle of Saratoga

• Battle of Yorktown and Battle of Trenton

• Battle of Lexington and Battle of Concord

• Battles of Rocky Mount, Hanging Rock, and Blackstock's Farm

What reward did Peter Harris receive for his service in the American Revolution?

• A medal of honor

• A position in the government

• 200 acres of land in Chester County

• A lifetime supply of food

What does Peter Harris's story illustrate about the American Revolution?

• It was a peaceful transition of power.

• It was a conflict only between the British and the Americans.

• It involved diverse peoples and forced difficult choices.

• It was primarily a European conflict.