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  The first shots were heard at Lexington and Concord. It began the formation of the Continental Army.
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  Lord Dunmore, the British governor, offered freedom to slaves who were able to enter British territory. Many will seek freedom and few will fight for the patriots.
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  America declared its independence by the Second Continental Congress. King George III is not very accepting.
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  France becomes allies with America due to the victory of the patriots at Saratoga. French aid will prove very important.
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  After much negotiation, the British got to keep Canada as a territory and the independence of the 13 colonies/states were ratified.