The Revolutionary War-1775 to 1783 值,、2A This was a revolt against British taxes, trade regulations and a fight for independence George Washington took command of the Continental Army July 4, 1776-United States Declaration of Independence A document approved by the Continental Congress that announced the separation of 13 North American British colonies from Britain 1781- American and French forces defeated the british at yorktown in the war's last major battle a 7, 200 Americans died in battle during the War Anther 10.000 died from disease 8, 500 died in British prisonsThe Revolutionary War – 1775 to 1783 ◼ This was a revolt against British taxes, trade regulations and a fight for independence. ◼ George Washington took command of the Continental Army. ◼ July 4, 1776 – United States Declaration of Independence - A document approved by the Continental Congress that announced the separation of 13 North American British colonies from Britain. ◼ 1781 – American and French forces defeated the British at Yorktown in the war’s last major battle. ◼ 7,200 Americans died in battle during the War. Anther 10,000 died from disease 8,500 died in British prisons