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Revolution |
the usually violent attempt by many people to end the rule of one government and start a new one |
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Treaty |
an official agreement that is made between two or more countries, and usually signifies the end of a war or disagreement |
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Provisional |
existing or accepted for the present time but likely to be changed; temporary |
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Siege |
a military blockade of a city or fort |
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Garrison |
a group of soldiers at a military post |
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Retreat |
movement by soldiers away from an enemy because the enemy is winning or has won a battle |
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Artillery |
large guns that are used to shoot over a great distance |
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Dictator |
a ruler with absolute power |
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Skirmish |
a minor fight, usually during wartime |