The Road To Revolution

Thesis

Nov 29, 1750

The revoltion began because of ideology in the colonists but British rule helped them get the idea of thier our freedom. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Albany Plan of Union

Jul 10, 1752

When the British and French clashed in the Ohio River Valley, seven colonies (both New England and middle colonies) met in Albany, New York for a meeting. The delgates, from each colony, tried to negotiate with the native american tribes but was unable to come to and agreement.This plan asked for a colonial legislature but keep colonial government as well.This shows that the colonies can come together if they all have one idea and work together.
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French and Indian War (Seven Years' War)

Mar 1, 1754

This war was not only fought in the North America but also in Europe. Britian was the leading power in Europe and North America. Both colonists and french were being opressed by there government and both revolted. They both had good idea and eventually got what they want in the end. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Battle of Quebec

Sep 13, 1759

British troops invaded Quebec and took Quebec from the french. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Treaty of Paris

Feb 10, 1763

This ended the Seven Years' War. Britian gained Canada and French gained east of the Mississippi River. This was a short agreement with the french and british.
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Proclamation of 1763

Oct 7, 1763

This limited the colonist from moving west of the Mississippi River but many were mad about this. Even though this was set, many colonist still moved there. About 1,000 wagons from the colonies went there all at once. This is just one of the ways colonists team up and work together. Also buidling their relationship with each became stronger. This gives them a idea that they can team up and maybe one day get there freedom. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 19

Sugar Act

Sep 5, 1764

This allowed only british sugar to be sold in the colonies. This act also raised the price of sugar. A lot of suggling was done because of this. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Quartering Act

May 15, 1765

This made the colonist provide supplies for the soldiers. Also it had the soldiers stay in the colonists home wihout giving them money for soldiers food and stay. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Stamp Act Congress

Oct 19, 1765

This brought together nine colonies tried to come up with solutions to repeal the Stamp Act and deny Parliment the right to tax them. Nine of the thrieteen colonies worked together but with all they may not have to be taxed anymore. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Repeal of the Stamp Act

Oct 31, 1765

A group of New York merchants boycotted Britsih goods, so parliament would repeal the Stamp Act. Nonimportation quickly spread to other ports and and reduced theBristish exports. The way one colony feels maybe the same as another. if they put this feeling into ideas they will be able to have there own country.

Stamp Act

Nov 1, 1765

This act was signed by Gorge III on March 22, 1765. This act put a tax on every piece of printed paper the colonist used. This act required stamped paper on playing cards, legal documents, diplomas, almanacs, broadsides, and newspapers. This stamp showed you paid your tax. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Declaratory Act

Mar 18, 1766

This stated that the colonists were not exempt from any Parliamentary taxes or laws. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Townshend Act

Jun 29, 1767

This raise taxes on imports enteering North America. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Boston Massacre

Mar 5, 1770

British soldilers outside of a customs house opened fire on a roaring crowd, that was threatening them. They killed 5 civlians and wounded 6 others. But the crowd stuck together, even though it may not have gotten them what they wanted. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Boston Tea Party

Dec 16, 1773

In rebellion to Britian, Boston citizens threw 45 tons of East India tea into the harbor. Also another way to show Britian that colonies are strong when they stick together and see what comes of there ideas. After this happened King George III closed the harbor. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Intolerable Acts

Mar 31, 1774

The Intolerable Acts are known as the Administration o Justice Act, the Massachusetts Government Act, the Quebec Act, and the Quartering Act. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Quebec Act

May 20, 1774

This annexed westren lsnd claimed by several colonies to Quebec. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

First Continental Congress

Sep 5, 1774

Was held in Philadelphia with 56 deligates from all of the states except Georgia. This is where many of the ideas get put together and the states form bonds with each other. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Battle Lexington and Concord

Apr 19, 1775

Minuteman and redcoats were in a battle that took place in Lexington and Concord. Thos left 286 casualties. The colonist are strong together and Britian must now watch its back. Revolutionary America: Purvis, Thomas L., Facts on File Inc., New York: 1995

Bibliography

Nov 29, 1775

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