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Chapter 06 The American Revolution (17761783)
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The American Revolution (17761783)
A Nation Declares Independence
A Critical Time
The War Widens
Winning Independence
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Sec 1 A Nation Declares Independence
A Nation Declares Independence
A Call for Independence Main Idea Thomas
Paine's Common Sense helped increase support for
independence in the colonies. The Declaration
of Independence Main Idea The Declaration of
Independence is based on the idea of natural
rights. Impact of the Declaration Main Idea
The Declaration of Independence changed the
nature of the American Revolution. Progress
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Sec 2 A Critical Time
A Critical Time
Retreat From New York Main Idea Washington and
the Continental army suffered severe setbacks
Surprises for the British Main Idea The
surprise victory at Trenton raised American
spirits. Saratoga A Turning Point Main Idea
The Battle of Saratoga ended Britain's hopes of a
quick victory. Help From Overseas Main Idea
Both foreign nations and individuals from Europe
gave valuable help to the Patriot cause. Valley
Forge Main Idea The winter of 17771778 was a
difficult time for the American army.
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Sec 2 A Critical Time
A Critical Time (Continued)
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Sec 3 The War Widens
The War Widens
African Americans in the War Main Idea The
promise of freedom led many African Americans to
serve in the American Revolution. The War at
Home Main Idea The war brought hardships and
new responsibilities to women and others.
Fighting in the West Main Idea Fighting on
the western frontier brought Native Americans
into the war. The War at Sea Main Idea
Although Britain blockaded American ports, the
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Sec 4 Winning Independence
Winning Independence
Fighting Moves South Main Idea After fighting
shifted to the South, the war ended with an
American victory at Yorktown. Making Peace With
Britain Main Idea In the Treaty of Paris,
Britain recognized American independence.
Impact of the Revolution Main Idea The
American Revolution affected people both in the
United States and around the world. MapMaster
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