"Uniquely presented here, and in line with the most recent research on the subject, is the New York experience of the American Revolution. Readers learn about the early stirrings of dissatisfaction with British rule, and how this conflict escalated into the development of a new country. New York was the site of several important battles and many New Yorkers were major contributors in the war effort. This volume contains maps, paintings, and primary source documents to show where important battles took place and demonstrate the far-reaching effects the war had on people"--Provided by the publisher.
General Note
Title proper from title frame.
Includes index.
Includes chronologies.
Includes glossary.
"Rosen Learning Center.".
"Rosen Digital.".
Lesson plans and assessments included.
Navigation tool bar includes audio narration, text highlighting by word or sentence, and automatic or manual page turn.
Content Note
English colonies in America - The Stamp Act Congress meets in New York City - Choosing sides - Taking Fort Ticonderoga - The Battle of Long Island - The British take New York City - Native American enemies and allies - The British stopped at Saratoga - The end of the war - New York's revolutionary leaders.