1776-1861

The Declaration Of Independence Is Signed

Jul 4, 1776

Signing of the Declaration of IndependenceOn July 4, 1776, the congress announced its adoption of the Declaration of Independence, written by Virginian Thomas Jefferson, to proclaim to the world its grievances against the British and its reasons for seizing independence.

Battle Of Saratoga

Sep 19, 1777

"Surrender of General Burgoyne at Saratoga"British General John Burgoyne surrenders to Maj. Gen. Horatio Gates at Saratoga

Treaty of Amity and Commerce Signed

Feb 6, 1778

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Washington appoints Nathanael Greene

May 12, 1780

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The Battle of Cowpens

Jan 7, 1781

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Treaty of Paris

Nov 30, 1783

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Fort Stanwix Treaty

Oct 22, 1784

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James Madison Memorial and Remonstrance

Jun 20, 1785

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Annapolis Convention

Sep 11, 1786

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Constitution is drafted

Sep 17, 1787

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New York ratifies The Constitution

Nov 1, 1788

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Judiciary Act

Sep 24, 1789

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