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Foldable Sample Pages. These do not have all the information necessary for a 100%. Be sure to review the requirements and check to make sure that you have included everything needed. Again these are just sample pages we discussed in class. Definitions. Revolutionary War. Confederation.
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Foldable Sample Pages These do not have all the information necessary for a 100%. Be sure to review the requirements and check to make sure that you have included everything needed. Again these are just sample pages we discussed in class.
Definitions Revolutionary War Confederation The Confederation Era is a time period when the colonies were no longer colonies and officially became the United States of America. This era began in 1776 when the Continental Congress planned the Articles of Confederation, which would be America’s first national government. This new government had a lot to learn. Their main goal was to prevent governmental tyranny from reappearing in the states. The Confederation Congress initially ran the government and they had the power to wage war, make peace, sign treaties, run Indian affairs, and issue money. • The war was fought between the rebels (colonists) and the British. The colonists declared the war against the British because their individual rights were being stripped away and they wanted freedom. It took place in North America from 1775 – 1783. The first shots were fired at Lexington and Concord in 1775. It ended with the surrender of Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Yorktown on October 19, 1781. However, the war did not officially end until both sides agreed to the Treaty of 1783.
The War Expands ATLANTIC • John Paul Jones was a Navy officer who patrolled the east coast. • Privateers took over ships and formed alliances with some VALLEY FORGE • Area in the Middle Colonies around Philadelphia, PA • Lafayette trained troops • Washington’s determination and spirit boosted morale • Harsh winter with minimal supplies of food, clothing, supplies • Many died from disease • On New Year’s Day women came to help FRONTIER • Area between the Appalachian Mts. And the Mississippi River • Clark was the Continental Army General that captured British outposts in the west. • British General Hamilton recaptured his fort. He was known as “Hair Buyer” because he paid money for American scalps.
The Path to Victory Reasons for Winning: Motivation Popular Support Leadership Alliances Communication and Supplies 6. Troop Strength
Legacy of War • Treaty of Paris 1783 • Sept. 27, 1782 – key political figures began negotiating with England about peace • Almost an entire year later, Sept. 3, 1783 the treaty was signed and ended the war • Terms: • US independence • Official boundaries • Fishing rights • Return of captured slaves • Return of land to Loyalists Human Cost • An estimated number of 25,700 died in the war. • Approximately 1,400 were MIA • Approximately 8,000 were wounded • A large number of men were left disabled Economical Cost • Many soldiers left war with no money, but they were given a certificate for land. They could sell the land if they chose. • The U.S.A. had a debt of approximately $27 million.
The Confederation Era The Need for a New Government
Creating the Constitution The Great Compromise 2 per state Population This agreement derived from the two plans for government. Each plan provided the founders with ideas for the two houses of Congress.
Ratifying the Bill of Rights 1. Discuss need for government 1. Supported Constitution 2. Attended Constitutional Convention 1. Against Constitution
