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There was outstanding leadership at all levels in the revolution. There was a combination of minds and spirit that we couldn't begin to repeat today. George Washington was a giant among men; Ben Franklin was a master diplomat. Many European officers volunteered to fight for pay, and there was the Marquis de Lafayette. He was 19 years old when he became a major general in the colonial army. There was General Nathanael Green who in 1781 in North Carolina by his strategy of delay he exhausted the British troops. He finally succeeded in clearing most of GA and SC of British troops. The frontiersman George Rogers Clark came up with an idea to seize forts by surprise in 1778-1779 on the Ohio River. He organized 175 men and captured Kaskaskia, Cahokia, and Vincennes forts. The end result was his occupation of the southwest corner of the great north of the Ohio forced the British to cede the whole region to the US at the peace table in Paris.
The infant navy had some daring officers of whom the most famous was John Paul Jones. The navy never did make a real dent in the British fleet, but they contributed by destroying the British merchant shipping, and bringing the war to the waters around the British Isles. Added to this was the fast small privateers that had about 70,000 seamen and they captured some 600 British prizes.
All in all there were a lot of nameless men and women who fought in the American revolution to make this country. One person that isn't written about much is the French Admiral de Grasse who, along with Rochambeau, helped Washington corner Cornwallis at Yorktown. While De Grasse blockaded by sea the French/American army beset the British by land. Completely cornered Cornwallis surrendered his entire force of 7000 men on October 19, 1781.
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What are two important revolutions that changed world history?
american revolution industrial revolution
True or false most of the main ideas put forth by the political philosophers of the enlightenment era were rejected by the leaders of the American and french revolutions?
true
How did American Revolution affect European revolutions?
The European revolutions were affected by the American revolution because they saw the American's success and so they were riveted by visions of their own victory.
How were the goals of the south American revolutions from their results?
The goal of uniting all of South America went unfulfilled during and after the South American revolutions.
The Enlightenment led to which revolutions?
Latin American
Who were the leaders of latian American revolutions?
mulattos
Who were the leaders of the American and French Revolutions?
America had George Washington, nad i don't know about the french
What are two important revolutions that changed world history?
american revolution industrial revolution
Who were 3 important American military leaders?
Three important American military leaders in the past were Benedict Arnold, William Alexander, and Charles Lee.
True or false most of the main ideas put forth by the political philosophers of the enlightenment era were rejected by the leaders of the American and french revolutions?
true
What enlightenment ideas inspired the leaders of American and french revolutions?
The leaders of the American and French revolutions were significantly inspired by Enlightenment ideas such as individual liberty, the social contract, and the separation of powers. Philosophers like John Locke emphasized natural rights, advocating for life, liberty, and property, which influenced revolutionary leaders in their quest for self-governance. Montesquieu's ideas on separating government powers helped shape democratic frameworks, while Rousseau's concepts of popular sovereignty underscored the importance of the people's will. Collectively, these Enlightenment principles fueled demands for freedom, equality, and justice in both revolutions.
Why revolutions are important?
Revolutions are important because they can lead to significant social, political, and economic changes that may not be possible through peaceful means. Revolutions have the potential to bring about greater equality, justice, and freedom for marginalized groups, and they can challenge oppressive systems and institutions. Additionally, revolutions often serve as a catalyst for progress and can spark widespread movements for transformative change.
Why did the revolts if 1821 1848 and 1830 fail?
The European socialist revolutions failed in the face of strong military opponents that were able to oust the political leaders of the various "peoples" revolutions in 1848. Also, the leaders of these revolutions were not highly skilled leaders at all. They had high minded ideals, however, were not able to create an atmosphere to create and keep them.
The American revolution has been important in world history because it?
It was encouraged/influenced later revolutions in other parts of the world
Why did Bolívar admire the American and French revolutions?
he admire the revolutions because the revolutions make him to have a dreamed to gain independent for his country...(maybe)
How did American Revolution affect European revolutions?
The European revolutions were affected by the American revolution because they saw the American's success and so they were riveted by visions of their own victory.
How were the goals of the south American revolutions from their results?
The goal of uniting all of South America went unfulfilled during and after the South American revolutions.
