Notes on the American Revolution- British troops outnumber the Americans
- During the summer of 1776, Britain sent 32,000 troops to fight in America.
- The British hoped to win an early victory
- The British defeated the Continental Army, The Battle of Long Island.
B) Nathan Hale became a hero for America. He worked as a spy though he was discovered and hanged. He stated a very famous quote that is remembered by all. “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.”
- Washington retreated to Manhattan, then cross New Jersey into Pennsylvania, pursued by the British.
C) The Continental Army faced many obstacles, they ran short of supplies. The size of the army shrank. Soldiers became discouraged(loss of confidence). Some of them ended their term and went home. Other soldiers ran away.
