Category: American History
The Americans fought the American Revolution (also called the Revolutionary War or War for American Independence) to win independence from Britain.
The war lasted from 1775 to 1783. Key events include the Battles of Bunker Hill, Saratoga, and Yorktown, as well as Washington's famous crossing of the Delaware River. The war ended with British surrender at Yorktown in 1781.
General George Washington led the Continental Army against the British. France provided crucial support to the American cause, helping turn the tide of the war.
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