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Although Thomas Jefferson didn't fight in the Revolutionary War, he still played a major role in it. He reported directly to the Governor about what the 13 colonies should do

to prepare for battle and

mobilization. Even though

his battle skills weren't

helpful, his intellect

allowed the colonies to win

Propaganda

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington was the commander of the continental army during the revolutionary war. At the time of being appointed commander, Washington had

Colonial Unity

Actions taken by the 13 colonies

Benjamin Franklin

Anti-British Sentiment

very little experience in leading large armies, but his efforts led the colonies to victory, which led to their gain of independence. His commanding skills helped prove him a strong leader, which helped in him becoming the first president of the United States.

Assets

Boston Massacre

George Washington

Benjamin Franklin

went on a trip to

France, in order to

gain French

support in defeating the British, and eventually gaining American Independence.

"The Bloody Massacre in King Street"

The American Revolution

The Boston Massacre, also known as "The Bloody Massacre in King Street," was a street fight, which happened on March 5, 1770. The fight broke out between a patriot mob, and a group of British soldiers. A few of the patriots were killed after British soldiers felt threathened by the colonists.

"No taxation without Representation"

Wins/Losses of the American Revolution

Declaration of Independence

Losses

Wins

Americans gain Independence

New Power can become corrupt very easily

Between 25,000 and 70,000 colonist deaths

Democracy Developed

The Colonists wished that no taxes would be imposed on them, and they wanted to have a say in how they were taxed. Events that caused the colonists to belive in this were The Sugar Act, The Stamp Act, and The Tea Act.

All Men are created Equal

People have certain rights

Significant effects on the lives of slaves

Trade markets opened

America had leadership

Inability to impose taxes

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