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What was another name for british soldiers other than redcoats?
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What was the name given to the British soldiers by the people of Boston?
The people of Boston (Aka the Patriots) had some pretty mean names for the British soldiers. They were called Redcoats due to their red uniforms, and Lobseterbacks because back then everyone hated lobsters and the uniforms were red. They also called them Regulars, Kings men, and other names still around today.
Is there a difference between redcoats and lobsterbacks?
Nope. These were two names for the British army. One was to refer to them (redcoats), the other was sort of a taunting nickname (lobsterbacks).
Popular term for British troops scorned as lobster backs and bloody backs by Bostonians and other colonials?
redcoats
Why did colonists in the thirteen American colonies declare independence from great Britain?
England had taxed the colonies unfairly, and they did not want the British soldiers, or redcoats, in their cities. Also, England did not let the settlers settle west of the Appalachian Mountains, so they were enraged. The Boston Massacre, where the redcoats killed several Americans, fed the colonists' anger as well.
What was British called during American revolution?
During the American Revolution, the British were often referred to as the "Redcoats" due to the distinctive red uniforms worn by British soldiers. They were also referred to simply as the "British" or "Lobsterbacks" in a derogatory manner by the American colonists.
What is a British fort?
A British fort is a place where British soldiers could recuperate. Other soldiers could inspect the area they are in. These were used in the 1700s and 1800s.
Who wrote plays and other writings to insult loyalits and redcoats?
Patriots and revolutionaries, such as Thomas Paine and John Adams, wrote plays and other writings to insult loyalists and redcoats during the American Revolution. These works aimed to rally support for the revolutionary cause and criticize those loyal to the British crown.
Why did the patriots and Redcoats go to War?
== == The soldiers were sent to arrest Sam Adams and John Hancock in Lexington and to seize gunpowder and other military supplies in Concord.
Did the British fight in the Battle of the Bulge?
Yes because they were the only other main ally left, but there were not that many British soldiers.
How did other countries help the Americans in the victory over the British?
They joined American soldiers.
How did other countries help the Americans their victory over the british?
They joined American soldiers.
What country had the most soldiers?
The British. They managed to outnumber all other countries during the WW2
