Write a well-organized essay that explains how the Americans won the Revolutionary War. Your essay should include at least four paragraphs.


1. When the American Revolution began, it looked like the colonies faced insurmountable odds. How did a ragtag band of volunteers without a proper source of funding for food and equipment manage to overcome the most powerful army and navy in the world?
How did each of the following contribute to the success of the American Revolution?
o George Washington's leadership abilities
o Geography
o Foreign assistance
o Colonists' spirit and attitude