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The American Revolution (1775-83) is also known as the American Revolutionary War and the U.S. War of Independence. The conflict arose from growing tensions between residents of Great Britainâs 13 North American colonies and the colonial government, which represented the British crown.
During the war--on July 4, 1776--the colonists boldly declared their independence from their British rulers. In 1783, they defeated the British and established their claim to independence. The Seven Years' War.Great Britain and France had struggled for control of eastern North America throughout the colonial period.uring the war--on July 4, 1776--the colonists boldly declared their independence from their British rulers. In 1783, they defeated the British and established their claim to independence. The Seven Years' War.