United States History Vocabulary 1

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formal written request, typically one signed by many people, appealing to authority with respect to a particular cause

not helping or supporting either side in a conflict, disagreement, etc.; impartial

generally is an army or other fighting unit that is composed of non-professional fighters

a member of a class of American militiamen who volunteered to be ready for service at a minute's notice.

is a person who takes part in an armed conflict who is not a national or a party to the conflict and is motivated to take part in the hostilities by the desire for private gain

a person who remains loyal to the established ruler or government, especially in the face of a revolt

revoke or annul

groups appointed by the legislatures in the 13 British American colonies to provide colonial leadership and aid intercolonial cooperation.