war of independence

Noun

Meaning

war of independence (plural wars of independence)

A civil war by which a rebellious party achieves its independence from a state or ruler.
Synonyms: war of liberation, freedom fight

Source: en.wiktionary.org

Synonyms

American Revolutionary War American Revolution

Examples

I saw clearly how those who saved the state so heroically and courageously in the War of Independence would be capable of bringing a catastrophe upon it if they are given the chance in normal times. Moshe Sharett

According to Gelber, in June 1947, Ben-Gurion "arrived at an agreement with the Maronite religious leadership in Lebanon that cost a few thousand pounds and kept Lebanon's army out of the War of Independence and the military Arab coalition." Source: Internet

American War of Independence Burke expressed his support for the grievances of the American Colonies under the government of King George III and his appointed representatives. Source: Internet

Americans called for a "second war of independence" to restore honor and stature to the new nation. Source: Internet

After the Greek War of Independence (1821–32), LeopoId was offered the position of King of Greece but turned it down, believing it to be too precarious. Source: Internet

During the war of independence, particularly after the Declaration of Independence in 1776 this use was extended to cover anyone who remained loyal to the British Crown. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

War of Canudos war of conquest war of ideas War of Kappel war of liberation war of nerves