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Cornell notes. USI 6c Name: Core: Date: USI 6c -Key Individuals of The American Revolution Many individuals played important roles in shaping events of the American Revolution! King George III (the king who lost America) He was the British King during the Revolutionary Era. Lord Cornwallis (the other man who lost America) He was the British General who surrendered at Yorktown. John Adams He championed the cause of independence George Washington He was commander of the Continental Army Thomas Jefferson Major author of the Declaration of Independence Patrick Henry Outspoken member of the House of Burgesses Inspired colonial patriotism with “Give me liberty or give me Death” speech Benjamin Franklin Member of Continental Congress Helped frame the Declaration of Independence Thomas Paine Journalist Author of Common Sense Convinced people they should live free from England. Phyllis Wheatley A former slave Wrote poems and plays supporting American independence Paul Revere Patriot who made a daring ride to warn colonists of British arrival “The British are coming!” Key Individuals of the Revolutionary period What role did key individuals play in the Revolutionary War? Summary: “Patriots and Loyalists” Mr. D. If you had been a colonist in 1773, would you have been a Patriot or a Loyalist? Which of the individuals would have inspired you to make a decision in 1773? Give reasons for your choice. 1 March 2008