Reasons for American patriots prevailing in the American Revolution?

Answer 1

Americans fought on their own land: they were familiar with it, and they fought for it.

The militia may have been unorganized, but the unconventional tactics of the country men were adequate. They learned ambush tactics and preferred hand-to-hand combat from the days of the French and Indian War.

John Paul Jones was an inspirational leader of the miniscule navy. His determination was evident in his words: "I have not yet begun to fight."

George Washington headed the Continental Army, which endured many hardships. A great success was when he led troops across the Delaware River to catch Britain's German mercenaries off guard on Christmas Eve.

The Prussian Baron Von Steuben's strict instrustion after a harsh winter actually helped reform the continental Army into a decent, organized army.

The Americans' success at the important battle of Saratoga was the key to French support, which really determined Britain's fate. France had been sympathetic (they wanted revenge from the French and Indian/Seven Years War), but this event made them confident in participation.