The General Committee of 99 established a governing colony to include the representatives from the entire colony.

Called the "Gamecock", he harassed British troops.

Palmetto logs absorbed the cannonballs. Cannonballs were not large enough to destroy the fort.

A document that sets up the framework of a government and establishes the rules under which that government will operate.

British commander who surrendered at Yorktown.

What is

Supported the king.

Commanded the Continental Army

What is

To not take sides during a dispute.

Called the "Swamp Fox", he raided British troops and escaped into swamps.

turning point

A tactic in which small groups of soldiers harass or launch surprise attacks on the enemy and then suddenly disappear.

Favored arming slaves to allow them to fight in the colonial army.

as the Turning point of the war to the Continentals.It was an American victory gave encouragement to the colonies.the patriots and
a boost for their morale. defeated British forces
under the command of Colonel Tarleton.