America2

1700-1800

By zacharykerrletu
  • Ben Franklin Publishes

    Ben Franklin Publishes

    Ben Franklin publishes AND writes the Pennsylvania Gazette.
  • Great Awakening

    Great Awakening

    Jonanthan Edwards leads a revivalist movement in America. Everyone started to seek a connection with God.
  • Britain passes Iron Act

    Britain passes Iron Act

    Britain passes Iron Act. This act forced the American metal industry to calm down because they were becoming more powerful than British imports.
  • French and Indian War Begins

    French and Indian War Begins

    French and Indian War Begins, causing chaos between the two forces.
  • The British pass the Sugar and Stamp Act

    The British pass the Sugar and Stamp Act

    The British pass the Sugar and Stamp Act, 1764 and 1765. This increased the tax on colonists exponentially and caused the colonists to become frustrated with British monarchy.
  • Riots and Protests begin

    Riots and Protests begin

    Riots and Protests begin because of the immense taxation of colonists.
  • Boston Massacre

    Boston Massacre

    Boston Massacre takes place. Five patriots die because of making fun of British soldiers, and speaking against taxation.
  • First Continental Congress convenes

    First Continental Congress convenes

  • Lexington and Concord Battle

    Lexington and Concord Battle

    The first big battles happen between England and early Americans
  • Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress

    Declaration of Independence is adopted by the Second Continental Congress

    The Declaration of Independence is signed, declaring independence from England, therefore, founding America.
  • Bill of Rights

    Bill of Rights

    The Bill of Rights is signed.
  • The White House

    The White House

    The White House is built.