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1700
start of 1700's and end of 1600's -
French & Indian war
The war between French and British with native tribes on both. Fought over land and trade that would result in France losing land and English in serious debt. -
Stamp Act
Americans were taxed for stamps without being able to vote. The stamp act was a major step toward America leaving Great Britain. -
Boston Massacre
The tension between the colonies and the British became violent. John Adams heard about the event and learned that no one would defend the British soldiers at the trial, so he had to decide whether he would defend the soldiers or not. John Adams choose to represent the soldiers and they were acquitted and released. -
The Boston Tea Party
Americans were so upset by the tea act of 1773 that they destroyed a shipload of tea. Americans were getting more upset. England was taxing and America didn't get a say. -
Battle of Lexington and Concord
"the shot heard round the world." When the British came to take the weapons away, the Americans were ready. In Lexington and Concord, the first shots were fired and the Revolutionary war began! -
Declaration of Independence signed
The 13 colonies officially said that they aren't British anymore. By signing the Declaration of Independence, these 56 men were committing treason. They understood that, if caught, they would most likely be killed. -
US constitution signed
The US created its own form of government. -
1800
end of 1700's and start of 1800's