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Leading Figures of the American Revolution
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George Washington
Served as the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, leading American forces to victory over the British.
Thomas Jefferson
Author of the Declaration of Independence, articulating the reasons for colonial independence from Great Britain.
John Adams
Played a leading role in advocating for independence; helped draft the Treaty of Paris and served as a diplomat in Europe.
Benjamin Franklin
Instrumental in securing French alliance and support for the revolution; participated in the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.
Alexander Hamilton
Aide-de-camp to General Washington; key figure in securing financial support for the Continental Army, later a framer of the Constitution.
Samuel Adams
Organized protests against British policies; a leader of the Sons of Liberty and instigator of the Boston Tea Party.
John Hancock
President of the Second Continental Congress; first and most prominent signatory of the Declaration of Independence.
Patrick Henry
Renowned for his 'Give me liberty, or give me death!' speech, which inspired revolutionary sentiment among colonists.
Abigail Adams
Advised her husband, John Adams; her letters provide insight into the era and advocate for women's rights.
Paul Revere
Famous for his midnight ride to warn colonists of approaching British forces before the Battles of Lexington and Concord.
James Madison
Known as the 'Father of the Constitution' for his pivotal role in its drafting and ratification, also contributed to the Federalist Papers.
Benedict Arnold
Originally a patriot and hero at the Battle of Saratoga but later defected to the British and became synonymous with treason.
Thomas Paine
Influential author of ‘Common Sense’ and ‘The American Crisis’ which were critical in rallying public support for independence.
Nathan Hale
An American spy captured by the British, known for his alleged last words: 'I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.'
Marquis de Lafayette
French aristocrat who played a major role in securing French reinforcement and commanded American troops in several key battles.
Betsy Ross
Widely credited with making the first American flag, although evidence for this claim is largely anecdotal.
Deborah Sampson
Disguised herself as a man to serve in the Continental Army, becoming one of the first known female soldiers.
Crispus Attucks
Believed to be the first person killed in the Boston Massacre and thus, the first casualty of the American Revolution.
Ethan Allen
Led the Green Mountain Boys to capture Fort Ticonderoga from the British, securing key strategic assets.
Haym Salomon
A Polish-born Jewish immigrant who played an important role as a financial broker for the Continental Congress.
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