Curated OER
The American Revolution: Strategies and Battles
What were the differences in war strategy of the American Colonists and the British Army? Here you'll find listed are the strengths, weaknesses, and major differences between each of the armies that fought in the Revolutionary War. The...
Curated OER
Forces for Good?
Young scholars consider the role of the British Army. In this British forces lesson plan, students visit selected websites to discover information about the history and function of the army. Young scholars create their own...
PBS
Africans in America: Revolution: Colonel Tye, 1753 1780
Read this exciting account of Colonel Tye, a guerrilla leader of both blacks and whites who spread fear throughout New Jersey while fighting for the British in the Revolutionary War. From PBS.
BBC
Bbc: History Trail: Wars and Conflict
This site discusses the army of Britain from a historical perspective, talks about what becomes of a person who is a soldier, and has activities and quizzes for students. The main focus is on the two World Wars.
Digital History
Digital History: How Were the Colonies Able to Win Independence?
A discussion of the several reasons the American colonies were able to defeat the head of the British Empire and become an independent country. See also a very brief description of how the Continental Congress paid for the war.
Victorian Web
Brown University: Victorian Web: The Role of the Victorian Army
Information is provided about the Victorian Army and its role in protecting the British Empire.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Revolutionary War Soldiers
Describes the clothing and uniforms worn by soldiers during the Revolutionary War. Also explains what the rank of officer meant in the British military and how a man became an officer. How Congress eventually created an army is...
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Revolutionary War Uniforms
Describes the uniforms worn during the Revolutionary War by the Continental Army, the British Army and Navy, and the German Auxiliary. Includes video. [3:48]
PBS
Africans in America: Revolution: Significance of Dunmore's Proclamation
A brief interview with Betty Wood, professor of history, on the significance of Dunmore's Proclamation to Loyalist plantation owners, Patriot plantation owners, and, in particular, the slaves themselves. From PBS.
Other
Britishbattles: Crimean War: Battle of the Alma
An overview of the Crimean War that provides battle maps and an account of the battles that occurred during the war.
Other
Sons of the Revolution: Colonial Uniforms
A fun site that provides detailed information on the colonial uniforms, including that of Sir William Howe, Commander-in-Chief of the British.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Weapons of War: Guilford Courthouse
Web page emphasizing the different weapons and tactics used by the opposing armies during the Revolutionary War. You will find brief descriptions and photos of different weapons.
National Archives (UK)
The National Archives Learning Curve: British Empire
This resource provides information about the British Empire, and its part in world history.
Text Project
Text Project: Fyi for Kids: Red Alert!the British Are Coming! [Pdf]
This FYI for Kids (Volume 3, Issue 7) article focuses on the British Army's uniforms including why they chose red uniforms, the way they fought in the early days, and why and how the uniforms have changed.
ClassFlow
Class Flow: American Revolution
[Free Registration/Login Required] The American Revolution: Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death - The Colonists Struggle for Independence This resource introduces students to many aspects of the American Revolution, The French and Indian War.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: The Hessians
Interesting facts about the Hessians, German soldiers who fought for the British in the American Revolutionary War.
Other
Cain: Key Events Bloody Sunday, Derry 30 January 1972
Detailed account of the occurrences on January 30, 1972, in the town of Derry in Northern Ireland. If you have seen the movie, this site is a good companion to the film. There are eyewitness accounts, photos from the massacre and up to...