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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.
Map of the thirteen colonies in 1775. Between 1776 and 1789, the United States emerged as an independent country, creating and ratifying its new constitution, and establishing its national government.In order to assert their traditional rights, American Patriots seized control of the colonies and launched a war for independence.ap of the thirteen colonies in 1775. Between 1776 and 1789, the United States emerged as an independent country, creating and ratifying its new constitution, and establishing its national government.