Map by Dallas Arrington

Lexington, MA

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The colonists won the battles of Lexington and Concord, a significant victory that began the American Revolutionary War.

Concord, MA

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The battle of Concord, part of the broader Battles of Lexington and Concord, took place on April 19, 1775.

The colonists

Bunker Hill, Boston, MA

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The Battle of Bunker Hill – June 17, 1775. Fought in Charlestown, Massachusetts. Although the British won, the colonists proved their strength and determination in battle, marking an important moment early in the American Revolution.

Trenton, NJ

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Battle of Trenton (December 26, 1776)
After crossing the icy Delaware River on Christmas night, General George Washington led the Continental Army in a surprise attack against the Hessian (German) soldiers fighting for the British. The colonists won, capturing nearly 1,000 Hessians. This victory greatly boosted American morale after a series of defeats.

Princeton, NJ

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January 3, 1777, and it lasted only one day.

After winning at Trenton, General George Washington led his troops north and surprised the British forces near Princeton. The colonists won this battle, forcing the British to retreat to New Brunswick. This victory gave the Americans new confidence and helped convince more people to support the Revolution.

Saratoga, NY

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September 19 to October 17, 1777.

The colonists won this key victory when General Horatio Gates and Benedict Arnold led American forces to defeat the British army under General John Burgoyne. The British were forced to surrender their entire army. This victory was a major turning point in the American Revolution because it convinced France to join the war on the side of the colonists.

Yorktown, VA

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September 28 to October 19, 1781.

General George Washington, with help from French troops and the French navy, surrounded the British army led by General Charles Cornwallis. After weeks of fighting and being trapped, Cornwallis surrendered on October 19, 1781. This American and French victory was the last major battle of the war and led to the end of the American Revolution and American independence.