Relates facts and information about the Revolutionary War aimed at clearing up preconceived notions and offering further insight, such as why the war started, the unromantic truths of disease and hunger, and the perils of starting a new government. Includes a timeline, sidebars, and illustrations. Teaching Books: https://school.teachingbooks.net/tb.cgi?tid=77724 .

War of words -- Taxes, turmoil, and tea -- Midnight rides and the shot heard round the world -- Inching toward independence -- The battle over the Declaration -- The spirit of '76 -- Snowstorms, spies, and the element of surprise -- Smallpox and Saratoga -- Winter warriors, treason, and a white flag of surrender -- Now what? -- A timeline of the American revolution.