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17 Cards in this Set
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olive branch |
a symbol of peace |
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Continental |
a soldier in the first colonial army |
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mercenary |
a hired soldier |
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enlist |
to join |
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revolution |
a sudden, complete change in government |
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independence |
freedom to govern on one's own |
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allegiance |
loyalty |
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declaration |
an official statement |
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grievance |
complaint |
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neutral |
not taking a side in a conflict |
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pacifist |
a believer in a peaceful settlement of differences |
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movement |
an effort by many people |
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encroach |
to move onto, without asking permission |
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regiment |
a troop of soldiers |
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siege |
a long-lasting attack |
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treaty |
an agreement between countries |
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negotiate |
to talk with one another to work out an agreement |