History of the Americas

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Importance of France’s Support during the American Revolution

Why was it important for the Americans to win the support of France during the Revolution? France was a rival of the British. They helped the Continental...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

How Rifling Technology Gave Americans a Victorious Edge in the Revolutionary War

What change in the construction of rifles helped the Americans during the Revolutionary War? The long rifle was invented. The barrel was longer than a musket and...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Changing the Nature of War: The Crucial Role of Soldiers and Militias in Professionalization, Weaponry, and Guerrilla Warfare

Name three ways in which soldiers and militias changed how war was fought. 1. Frontiersmen trained rebels and soldiers guerrilla warfare 2. The introduction of the long...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

Understanding Militias in the United States: Origins, Beliefs, and Controversies.

Militias Civilian soldiers who are trained to fight but not part of the regular army Militias are organized groups of armed citizens that operate outside of the...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Role of Loyalists during the American Revolution

Loyalists Colonists who remained loyal to the King during the American Revolution The Loyalists were individuals who remained loyal to Great Britain during the American Revolution. They...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The History and Significance of Redcoats: British Soldiers of the 18th and 19th Centuries

Redcoats Nickname for British soldiers because of their red uniform coats The term Redcoats refers to the British soldiers who served during the 18th and 19th centuries....

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The History and Significance of the Continental Congress in the American Revolution

Continental Congress The legislative assembly composed of delegates from the rebel colonies who met during and after the American Revolution The Continental Congress was a governing body...

Melissa Cooper
June 21, 2023
History of the Americas

The Role of Minutemen in American Revolution: Brave and Skilled Citizen Militia

Minutemen Colonists who could be ready in a minute to fight the British The Minutemen were a militia group that formed in the American colonies during the...