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Poor Richard's Almanac Published
It was written by Benjamin Franklin under a pseudonym. It made Franklin very wealthy. -
Benjamin Franklin Invents the Lightning Rod
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7 Years War
It was a global conflict. Also, it was more commonly known as the French and Indian war in America. -
Shot Heard Round the World
The opening shot of the battles of Lexington and Concord. It began the American Revolutionary War and led to the creation of the United States of America and changed the global dynamic forever. -
Congress Adopted the Declaration of Independence
The U.S. breaks up with Britain. -
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The Battle of Yorktown
This battle ended the American Revolution with help of the French. -
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The Constitutional Convention
It was officially called to revise the Articles of Confederation. However, many delegates wanted to determine the new power shift in their rising nation. -
The Federalist Papers
It encouraged New Yorkers to ratify the Constitution. -
George Washington is Elected
The first and arguably the best U.S. president. -
The Bill of Rights
Gives the first ten amendments to the Constitution granting civil rights. -
John Adams is Elected
The second U.S. president.
