The Revolutionary War: Compare and Contrast

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The Revolutionary War: Compare and Contrast

Population United States Britain 2.5 million Only 1/3 of the Americans supported the Revolution (Patriots) 8 million 1/3 of Americans remained loyal to Britain (Loyalists)

Armies United States Britain Continental Army – never more than 18,500; often less Militia- 230,000 but never in one place at one time French Army- after 1778, 8,000 African-Americans- about 5,000 Native Americans- 2 Iroquois tribes Women- carrying water, washing, supplies, etc. British Army- 50,000 regulars, never at one place or time 30,000 Hessians from German states Loyalists: about 50,000 African-Americans: some slaves, in return for freedom

Navies United States Britain American: 13 frigates; 40 merchantmen; more than 2,000 privateers French and Spanish: by 1781, about 350 ships British: by 1781, about 460 ships

Military Leaders United States Britain General George Washington Benedict Arnold Horatio Gates Nathanael Greene Henry Knox Charles Lee General William Howe General Henry Clinton General Charles Cornwallis General John Burgoyne

Advantages United States Britain Outstanding Leadership Strong motivation Fighting on home ground Experienced officers American rifle sharpshooters Military power Superior numbers Indian support Loyalist co-operation More money Bright red uniforms

Disadvantages United States Britain Inexperienced Army and militia Short enlistments Brand new navy Constant shortages Bankrupt Loyalist warfare Weak motivation Unaggressive officers 3,000 miles from home Easy targets European aid to Americans

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