The Battle of Trenton

The Battle of Trenton was one of a series of battles that occurred between the British and Americans during the American Revolutionary War, also known as the American War of Independence.  This was a battle that happened over the Christmas period of 1776 and caused a long lasting impact which helped the Americans win the … Read more

The Battle of Quebec

The Battle of Quebec was a battle fought during the American Revolutionary War between the American Continental Army and the forces of the British army. The American Revolutionary War started in 1775 and this was one of the first battles between the Americans and the British in what became the American War of Independence. While … Read more

The Battle of Monmouth

On June 28th 1778 a battle occurred in the American Revolutionary War that caused one of the greater casualties and losses for both sides, but also didn’t end in victory in the short term for either side. The battle in question is the Battle of Monmouth. At the outset of battle 11,000 Americans soldiers under … Read more

The Battle of Long Island

During the American Revolutionary War between 1775 and 1783 the Americans united to oust the British and gain independence. During the early years of the war there were decisive victories on both sides, but who was to win the Battle of Long Island (also known as the battle of Brooklyn). The Battle of Long Island … Read more

The Battles of Lexington and Concord

The Battle of Lexington and Concord is officially the very first battle of the American Revolutionary War that eventually saw America gain independence from Britain. This battle is pivotal, not because it changed the face of the war, but more because it is the opening battle in a war that would eventually change the world. … Read more

The Battle of Germantown

Germantown is a neighbourhood of Philadelphia and in the American Revolutionary War, known as the American War of Independence a great battle between the United States and the British occurred. The Battle of Germantown occurred on the 4th of October in the year 1777, it was a battle that had short lived consequences but was … Read more

The Battle of Cowpens

The Battle of Cowpens was a battle that happened during the American Revolutionary War and marked a turning point for the American forces in regaining colonies from the British. The battle occurred on the 17th January in the year 1781, some 6 years after the American Revolutionary War started, it was a major battle and … Read more