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Key Events of the American Revolutionary War

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This flashcard set covers major military and diplomatic milestones of the American Revolutionary War, from the landing of British forces in 1776 to the Peace of Paris in 1783. It includes key battles like Saratoga and Yorktown, foreign alliances with France and Spain, and political changes in Britain—perfect for students studying the road to American independence.

When did British forces land in New York?

July 1776

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Term
Definition

When did British forces land in New York?

July 1776

When did Howe capture Philadelphia?

September 1777

When did Burgoyne surrender at Saratoga?

October 1777

When did America make an alliance with France?

1778

When did Spain join the war?

1779

When did Cornwallis surrender at Yorktown?

1781

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TermDefinition

When did British forces land in New York?

July 1776

When did Howe capture Philadelphia?

September 1777

When did Burgoyne surrender at Saratoga?

October 1777

When did America make an alliance with France?

1778

When did Spain join the war?

1779

When did Cornwallis surrender at Yorktown?

1781

When was the Peace of Paris?

1783

When did Lord North resign?

1782