American Revolution

By lelarson55140

  • Stamp Act

    Stamp Act
    The Stamp Act was used to create taxation on paper goods and legal documents.

  • Stamp Act Repeal

    Stamp Act Repeal
    The parliament repealed the Stamp Act and passed the Declaratory Act instead. The Declaratory Act reiterates Parliament's authority over the colonies.

  • Boston Massacre

    Boston Massacre
    The British soldiers shot and killed many people due to harassment by the mob. Also known as The Incident on King Street. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8BZJFnT1PE

  • Boston Tea Party

    Boston Tea Party
    A political protest where people dressed as Native Americans destroyed an entire shipment of tea by throwing it into the Boston Harbor. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32eKEg65pQs

  • Paul Revere's Ride

    Paul Revere's Ride
    Revere was an American silversmith. During his midnight ride he was to alert the colonial militia of the British forces approach. This led to the battle of Lexington and Concord.
    https://youtu.be/SoqlManki_s

  • Battle of Lexington and Concord

    Battle of Lexington and Concord
    This is known as the battle that started the American Revolution. Also known as "The Shot Heard Around the World."
    https://youtu.be/AsE1fHs0A_k

  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence
    This was the day that congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. This was Americas separation from Great Britain.