Revolutionary War

Definition

The Revolutionary War (1775-1783), also known as the American Revolution, was a conflict where thirteen British colonies in North America fought for their independence from Great Britain.

Related terms

Declaration of Independence: The document written in 1776 by Thomas Jefferson declaring the freedom of thirteen American colonies from Great Britain.

Continental Congress: A convention of delegates from twelve colonies that became a governing body during the Revolutionary War.

Treaty of Paris 1783: This treaty officially ended the Revolutionary War, recognizing U.S. independence.