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Revolution
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usually violent attempt by many people to end rule of one government |
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Treaty
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a formal agreement between countries |
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Siege
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a military blockade of a city or fortress |
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Veto
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to reject: a refusal by a president or governor to approve a law |
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Garrison
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the troops stationed in a fortress or town to defend it |
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Retreat |
withdraw from enemy forces as a result of their superior power or after defeat |
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Artillery |
large caliber guns that are used in warfare |
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Dictator |
a ruler with absolute power |
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Skirmish |
a minor fight, usually during wartime |
