An illustrated introduction the Revolutionary War that focuses on home front issues, discussing why it started and how the British ruled over the American colonists; describing what life was like on a farm in New England, in a colonial city, or on a Southern plantation; and including primary source materials, a time line, and other resources.

Why did we fight the Revolutionary War? -- How did the British rule the colonies? -- What was life like on a New England farm? -- What was life like on a Southern plantation? -- What were colonial cities like? -- Did everyone support the war against the British? -- What role did Blacks play during the Revolution? -- What role did Native Americans play during the Revolution? -- What was life like for women during the Revolution? -- What were children doing during the Revolution? -- Timeline -- Glossary.