SOL USI.6d: The Revolutionary War Lisa Pennington Social Studies Instructional Specialist Portsmouth Public Schools

Colonial Advantages The colonists had several advantages that contributed to their victory over the British in the Revolutionary War. What is an advantage?

The colonists had several advantages that contributed to their victory over the British in the Revolutionary War.

What is an advantage?

Colonial Advantages Colonists defense of their own land, principles, and beliefs. Why do you think defending your own land is an advantage? Why do you think defending your own principles and beliefs is an advantage?

Colonists defense of their own land, principles, and beliefs.

Why do you think defending your own land is an advantage?

Why do you think defending your own principles and beliefs is an advantage?

Colonial Advantages Support from France and Spain. France Spain

Support from France and Spain.

Colonial Advantages Strong leadership. Who were some of the strong leaders during the Revolutionary War?

Strong leadership.

Who were some of the strong leaders during the Revolutionary War?

Think About It… What might have happened if the United States didn’t have these advantages?

What might have happened if the United States didn’t have these advantages?