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To declare independence from Britain

To design a new government and set policy

To form an alliance with France

To draft the Articles of Confederation

Create and train a new standing army

Devise battle plans and lead armies into battle

Negotiate peace treaties with Britain

Create strategies to unite militias and allies

Fighting on foreign soil

Limited navy involvement in inland battles

Unified command structure

Support from France and Spain for Americans

It was the site of the British headquarters.

It allowed colonial forces to oversee Boston and use artillery.

It was where George Washington was appointed commander.

It was the main supply depot for the British.

Loyalists

Patriots

Neutrals

Redcoats

Women gained the right to vote immediately.

Women took over duties and businesses while men were at war.

Women were not affected by the war.

Women were required to fight in the army.

Battle of Bunker Hill

Battle of Saratoga

Battle of Yorktown

Battle of Lexington and Concord

Illness and food shortages

Lack of weapons

British spies

Severe winter storms