The American Revolution was an important turning point in the history of the United States. So it makes total sense for kids of all ages to learn about the decisive victory! Let’s learn some American Revolution facts today.
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American Revolution Facts FOR KIDS
- The American Revolution – also called the United States War of Independence – was the insurrection fought between 1775 to 1783.
- The battle of Lexington and Concord marked the beginning of the war when the British royal governor of Massachusetts organized 700 British troops for a march to Concord.
- During the American Revolutionary War 13 of Great Britain’s North American colonies threw off British rule to establish the sovereign United States of America, founded with the Declaration of Independence in 1776.
- The conflict is often referred to as both a war for independence and a civil war, as it divided families and communities among those who supported independence and those who remained loyal to the British crown.
- The conflict arose primarily due to tensions between the British government and the American colonies over taxation, representation, colonial autonomy, and other issues.
- Notable American figures like John Adams and Benjamin Franklin played crucial roles in advocating for colonial rights and political independence.
- George Washington was appointed as the commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, which was formed by the colonies to fight against the British forces.
- The American Revolution ultimately culminated in the triumph of Washington’s army and the achievement of American independence from British rule.
- The official recognition of the United States as an independent nation came with the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, following decisive American victories, including the surrender of British General Cornwallis at Yorktown in 1781.
- About 60,000 loyalists relocated to different British colonies, primarily Canada, while the majority opted to remain in the United States.
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