American Revolutiony War (jan 1, 1775 – jan 1, 1783)
Description:
Initiated by delegates from the 13 American colonies in Congress against Great Britain over their objection to Parliament's taxation policies and lack of colonial representation.3 million colonists v. world military power with a population of 9 million.
Poor strategy on the part of the British Army.
George Washington's skillful and economic use of Continental Congress prevented superior British troops from destroying American forces.
French, Spanish and other European assistance proved decisive. (France, Spain and Holland declared war on Great Britain to support America)
Native American and African communities largely involved in the conflict.
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Date:
jan 1, 1775
jan 1, 1783
~ 8 years