apr 19, 1775 - Revolutionary War (1776-1783)

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Begins with the Battle of Lexington and Concord (US victory)
British went into war confident because they had a stronger army and navy, established government, alliances, and war experience
Colonists had the advantage of fighting in their homeland and for a cause they were passionate about
Begins in the North because there are more people, goods, trade and port centers, troops were already stationed there, and the South had more Loyalists