APUSH Chapter 8 – 20 Battles – Revolutionary War Timeline, Commanders, Outcomes

This study guide provides a detailed chronological overview of 20 major battles and military events from Chapter 8 of the AP U.S. History (APUSH) curriculum, focusing on the key developments of the American Revolutionary War (1775–1781). Each entry includes the battle date, location, major commanders, and a summary of the outcomes and strategic consequences. Key events covered include: Early conflicts like Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, and Fort Ticonderoga Major turning points such as the Battle of Saratoga, which secured French alliance, and Washington’s winter campaigns at Trenton and Princeton Shifts in British strategy, seen in the Southern Campaign (e.g., Charleston, Cowpens) Final phase of the war culminating in the Battle of Yorktown, where American and French forces secured victory Prominent figures like George Washington, Benedict Arnold, General Cornwallis, General Howe, Rochambeau, and Admiral de Grasse are repeatedly noted throughout the guide, making this an excellent tool for connecting military strategy with leadership and diplomacy. This document is ideal for: APUSH students studying the Revolutionary War Honors U.S. History classes Learners preparing for midterm assessments, DBQs, or multiple-choice exams Group study or flashcard preparation around major war events The guide provides clarity on who won each engagement, the geographic shifts of the war, and the broader historical impact of each conflict. Keywords: Lexington and Concord, Fort Ticonderoga, Bunker Hill, Battle of Quebec, Trenton, Princeton, Brandywine, Germantown, Saratoga, Monmouth, Cowpens, Yorktown, Siege of Boston, American Revolution, George Washington, Benedict Arnold, General Cornwallis, General Howe, Rochambeau, de Grasse, APUSH Chapter 8, Revolutionary War timeline, battle summaries, military strategy, French alliance