Bell Ringers

Bell Ringer: Sustaining the Continental Army During the American Revolution

Sustaining the Continental Army During the American Revolution

H.W. Brands explains the logistical problems in supporting the Continental Army during the American Revolution and the impact this had on George Washington and his troops.

Description

H.W. Brands explains the logistical problems in supporting the Continental Army during the American Revolution and the impact this had on George Washington and his troops.

Bell Ringer Assignment

  • Describe the logistical problems of supporting the Continental Army during the American Revolution as H.W. Brands explains.
  • How did the Continental Army sustain themselves during the war?
  • How did the British sustain their armies?
  • Explain George Washington's frustration with the Continental Congress.
  • How did some soldiers respond to their conditions?

Participants

    Vocabulary

    • Agrarian
    • Articles Of Confederation
    • Continental Congress
    • Modest

    Topics

    U.S. HistoryWorld History

    Grades

    Middle SchoolHigh SchoolUniversity