Chapter+8+Vocabulary

Olive branch- A symbol of peace. Continental- A soldier in the first Colonial army which was headed by George Washington. Mercenary- A hired soldier. Enlist- To join. Revolution- A sudden complete change of government. Independence- Freedom to govern on one's own. Allegiance- Loyalty. Declaration- An official statement. Grievence- A complaint. Neutral- Not taking a side in a conflict. Pacifist- A believer in a peaceful settlement of differences. Movement- An effort by many people. Encroach- To move onto without asking permission. Regiment- A troop of soldiers. Siege- A long lasting attack. Treaty- An agreement between two countries. Negotiate- To talk with another to out an agreement.