Strengths and Weaknesses of the Continental and British Armies

Continental Army Disadvantages - untrained soldiers - no navy - few cannons and little gunpowder			British Army Advantages - highly trained, experienced soldiers - most powerful navy in the world - plentiful weapons and supplies
Advantages - fighting for their homes and freedom - leadership of George Washington			Disadvantages - the war was fought far from home - risked constant attack - less reasons to fight hard

Battle of Bunker Hill

• Occurred on Breeds Hill on June 17, 1775.

• The Patriots were short on gunpowder and were warned, “Don’t fire until you see the whites of their eyes!”

• The British won the battle, but lost over 1,000 troops.

• This battle showed Britain that the Patriots would not be an easy enemy.