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Text Project: Fyi for Kids: Red Alert!the British Are Coming! [Pdf]
This FYI for Kids (Volume 3, Issue 7) article focuses on the British Army's uniforms including why they chose red uniforms, the way they fought in the early days, and why and how the uniforms have changed.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: New England in Arms
A detailed explanation of the organization of British and Revolutionary forces at the start of the American Revolution.
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Revolutionary War Military Engagements
Excellent site that presents excerpts from the book "The Continental Army." Book "provides a background for other historians to better evaluate campaigns through understanding how the Continentals and their adversaries organized and...
Massachusetts Historical Society
Mhs: Coming of the American Revolution: Washington Takes Command of the Army
George Washington is chosen as the leader of the colonies in their fight against the British in the American Revolution and becomes commander-in-chief of the Continental Army. Evidence is supported by original documents.
Curated OER
Etc: Routes of the British Army, 1775 1783
A series of three maps showing the routes of the British Army during the Revolutionary War. The upper left map details the Lower Hudson, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania region, the upper right map details Lake...
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Revolutionary War Uniforms
Describes the uniforms worn during the Revolutionary War by the Continental Army, the British Army and Navy, and the German Auxiliary. Includes video. [3:48]
Other
Chris Baker: The Western Front in France and Flanders in 1914 1918
This site provides a wealth of information for anyone seeking information about all aspects of the British Army during WWI, 1914-1918. Readers can explore army life, regiments, units, battles as well as individual soldiers.
Other
War of 1812 in Croom: Road to Washington, British Army Style
This is an account of a series of skirmishes that took place on the Patuxent River off Chesapeake Bay just prior to the Battle of Bladensburg and the invasion of Washington. Links to significant names and places.
Other
British Battles: The Battle of Yorktown 1781
The British called the Americans rebels! But in the end, had to surrender to them. Read the exciting account, complete with artwork and facts, of this famous battle that led to the independence of the American states.
PBS
Africans in America: Revolution: Colonel Tye, 1753 1780
Read this exciting account of Colonel Tye, a guerrilla leader of both blacks and whites who spread fear throughout New Jersey while fighting for the British in the Revolutionary War. From PBS.
Library of Congress
Loc: Battle of the Bulge
HQ Twelfth Army Group situation maps of the Battle of the Bulge.
Curated OER
Etc: The Routes of the British Army in the Rev War, 1775 1783
A series of three maps showing the routes of the British Army during the Revolutionary War. The upper left map details the Lower Hudson, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania region, the upper right map details Lake...
University of Oxford (UK)
First World War Poetry Digital Archive: Edward Thomas Collection
A wistful biography of Edward Thomas, a poet before World War I, who wrote poetry and many letters during his time in the British Army before his death in France. Find hyperlinks to his works and copies of his manuscripts.
Curated OER
Long, Long Trail: British Army in the Great War of 1914 1918
British soldiers of World War I.
Curated OER
Long, Long Trail: British Army in the Great War of 1914 1918
British soldiers in trenches, World War I.
Library of Congress
Loc: American Treasures: Washington Records the British Surrender at Yorktown
See a copy of George Washington's diary, written in his own hand, which describes the surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown. From a collection in the Library of Congress.
Other
British Battles: The Battle of Culloden, 1745
Excellent site that lists every battle Britain was involved in includes the Battle of Culloden wherein the Duke of Cumberland trounced the Scottish thus closing an era in Scotland. Important facts, figures, and an account of the Battle...
Black Past
Black Past: Lord Dunmore's Ethiopian Regiment
In this interesting encyclopedia article, you learn about Lord Dunmore's Ethiopian Regiment, a group of slaves who fought along side the British against the Continental Army.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Revolutionary War Soldiers
Describes the clothing and uniforms worn by soldiers during the Revolutionary War. Also explains what the rank of officer meant in the British military and how a man became an officer. How Congress eventually created an army is...
BBC
Bbc: History Trail: Wars and Conflict
This site discusses the army of Britain from a historical perspective, talks about what becomes of a person who is a soldier, and has activities and quizzes for students. The main focus is on the two World Wars.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Weapons of War: Guilford Courthouse
Web page emphasizing the different weapons and tactics used by the opposing armies during the Revolutionary War. You will find brief descriptions and photos of different weapons.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Revolutionary Limits: Native Americans
A good description of the actions and fate of the Native Americans who allied with the British to fight against the Americans. Find out that while the Native Americans had treaties with the British, they were not represented at the talks...
Digital History
Digital History: How Were the Colonies Able to Win Independence?
A discussion of the several reasons the American colonies were able to defeat the head of the British Empire and become an independent country. See also a very brief description of how the Continental Congress paid for the war.
Other
Sons of the Revolution: Colonial Uniforms
A fun site that provides detailed information on the colonial uniforms, including that of Sir William Howe, Commander-in-Chief of the British.
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