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Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was an incident growing out of the resentment against the British troops. The troops constantly tormented by irresponsible gangs fired into a rioting crowd and killed five men. This event led to large protests and rebellion. -
Boston Tea Party
A group of colonists led by Samuel Adams, Paul Revere, and others, disguised themselves as Native Americans, boarded the ships on the night of Dec. 16, 1773, and threw the tea into the harbor. This act was against the English for hurting the New World's ecomomy. -
American Revolution,
The Thirteen Colonies of North America won independence from Great Britain and became the United States. It is also called the American War of Independence. The war started in 1775 and ended in 1783. -
The Declaration of Independence
The New World is seperated from the old, The Declaration of Independence states the rights of America and declares independence from Europe. This document is the foundation of America today. -
Shay's Rebellion
Farmers from New Hampshire to South Carolina take up arms to protest high state taxes and stiff penalties for failure to pay. -
George Washington
George Washington is voted unanimously as the fist president of the United States.
