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The British had 133,000 troops. Of these, 56,000 were regular military soldiers. 30,000 German (Hessian) troops joined the fight. 13,000 Native Americans fought for the Redcoats, along with 19,000 loyal colonists. 24,000 British troops died.
96,000 troops served in the American army. Only 35,000 of these were career army soldiers. 45,000 were militiamen – men who enlisted to serve their country. 5,000 sailors served along with 12,000 French troops. 25,000 American soldiers died; only 4,435 died in battle. About 10,000 troops died of disease. 18,000 troops were taken as prisoners of war and 10,000 of these soldiers died of disease, mistreatment, and hunger. American troops were three times more likely to die on a British prisoner ship than in battle.
Up to 25,000 freed blacks and slaves fought on both sides.
2,165,076 British colonists lived in North America during the war.
20 percent of these colonists remained loyal to Great Britain.
The British had 133,000 troops. ...
96,000 troops served in the American army. ...
Up to 25,000 freed blacks and slaves fought on both sides.
Compared to the British opposition, George Washington had limited military experience.
George Washington required the inoculation of the Continental Army.
The Revolutionaries gained a master baker.
The Revolutionary War began before the signing of the Declaration of Independence.
The Culper Spy Ring uncovered major secrets.
Women fought in the American Revolution.
Congress established the Continental Navy on Oct. 13, 1775.
