Special Sub-Topic: The Revolutionary War Authored by: stefan_11_17 Sub-topic of: American Revolution

In an effort for peace with Britain, delegates to the Second Continental Congress sent what to the king?

Olive Branch Petition. The petition was written by John Dickinson of Pennsylvania and approved by the Second Continental Congress in July of 1775. The document told King George III that the colonists were loyal to him and asked him to respond to their complaints. However, he declared the colonists in rebellion on August 23, 1775.

Who was the king of England during the Revolutionary War?

George III. According to brittania.com, King George suffered from porphyria, a disease that causes madness. It is said to have affected his reign as early as 1765.

The Battle of Bunker Hill took place in what year?

1775. This was the first major battle of the Revolutionary War. It followed the opening battles of the war at Lexington and Concord.

Who wrote the pamphlet 'Common Sense'?

Thomas Paine. This pamphlet called for complete independence from Britain and supported establishing a strong federal union.

What date was the Declaration of Independence signed by the members of the Continental Congress?

August 2, 1776. As most people know, the Declaration of Independence was adopted on the famous date of July 4, 1776. But it wasn't until August 2, 1776 that the delegates signed it.

What man is popularly quoted as saying "There! I guess King George will be able to read that" when he signed the Declaration of Independence?

John Hancock. This quote may be found in almost any American history textbook. However, "The Signers" by Dennis Brindell Fradin, as well as other books on the subject, quote him as saying "There! John Bull can read my name without spectacles and may double his reward on my head!"

What did Nathan Hale say on his way to the gallows?

'I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country'. Hale, a graduate of Yale, was a successful teacher before he joined the Continental Army.

Which of these countries was not neutral during the Revolutionary War?

Spain. Spain aided the colonies by loaning money and goods and helping European military leaders to go to America to work with the Continental Army.

What was the final major battle of the Revolutionary War?

Battle of Yorktown. The Battle of Yorktown ended with the surrender of the British. Reportedly, a British band played a song called "The World Turned Upside Down" when the soldiers laid down their arms.

When was the Treaty of Paris signed, offically ending the Revolutionary War?

1783. American negotiators for the treaty were Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, John Jay, and Henry Laurens. Richard Oswald and Henry Strachey were the chief British negotiators.