PEOPLE OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

GEORGE WASHINGTON

• He was the leader of the continental army in the revolution.
• He was the first president of the United States.
• One people who played a HUGE part in the American revolution.

NATHAN HALE

• Had a career as a Yankee school teacher.
• Then he became a spy for the American rebels.
• He won an enduring place in his country's history for his heroism.

BENJAMIN FRANKLYN

• Had many careers (scientist, inventour, civic leader,etc.)
• He is best known for beating an American spokesperson.
• He is a model for the national charactor.

MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE

• Was a French General who helped Washington in the continental army.
• He is known as the hero of two worlds.
• He played a huge part in the American, and the French Revolutions.

PEOPLE OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION