Unit 3 - The Revolution Flashcards
revolution
an important change that impacts society
declaration
a fomral statement and announcement
Tory
a nickname for a colonist who was loyal to Britain ( synonym: Loyalist)
society
people who live in a region or country, their organizations and their ways of life
diplomat
a representative of a country, who works with representatives from other countries
morale
the amount of confidence and cheerfulness a group of people have
independence
the fact or state of being free, or independent from another
Hessian Mercenaries
foreign soldiers who were paid to fight in wars
nationalism
the pride you have in your country
surrender
to give up
General
an army officer of a very high rank ( status)
justify
providing a good reason for doing something
delegates
representatives, someone who is chosen to speak for others
