-
Jefferson writes the DOI
This was the document that stated we will no longer be under the British rule -
Battles of Trent and New Jersey
This was the battle when George Washington crossed the Delaware River to fight the Hessian soldiers. This was important, because we won and it gave us confidence to continue on. -
American and British Saratoga
The British and American Saratoga is a battle in the Revolutionary War. It was a turning point in the war. It was decisive victory for our Continental Army -
Howe captures Philadelphia
The British captured Philadelphia, after their defeats at the Battle of Brandywine. Howe was hoping for a victory so he could move on in his plan. The continental army beat the British and it gave us more hope. -
Articles of Confederation
This was the United States first written constitution. This is important because this was helpful to lead the way for more constitutions and other documents in the future. -
Congress prohibits enslaved people imported to the U.S
This was an Act Prohibiting the Importation of new slaves in the United States. This was important because it slowed the importing of slaves. -
Winter at Valley Forge
The Continental Army was moved to Valley Forge in the winter. It was a terrible winter and the Army was freezing, starving, and tired. -
State Constitutions
A State Constitution is a "governing document" of a state. These help to keep order in each state as advised by each constitution. -
John Paul Jones & Serapis
John Paul Jones was the commander of a ship called Bonhomme Richard. He was set to fight the British ship Serapis. Jones won the long hard fought fight. -
Spain declares war on Great Britain
When Spain declared war on Great Britain it resulted in the de facto alliance. That group included America and Spain. Although Spain's king would not let them have a treaty of alliance with the United States. -
British forces capture Charleston
In this battle the British won. The British took control of the South and many soldiers surrendered to the British also. -
British surrender at Yorktown
-
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was a treaty that helped end the French and Indian War. The French gave up all of their land in "mainlands" North America.
