What were the prisoners of war before the American revolution and what did they do?

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Zaiden Mclaughlin

15 May, 18:54

What were the prisoners of war before the American revolution and what did they do?

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Prisoners of War ... Prisoners of War (POWs) are combatants captured and held by the enemy during periods of open conflict. During the American Revolution, thousands of soldiers, militiamen, and civilians were taken prisoner and their presence strained the resources of the British and Continental forces alike.