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The Stamp Act
The Stamp Act was created to increase revenues in order to offset the cost of defending British colonies. -
The Townshend Acts
Established British supremacy over colonial affairs. -
The Boston Massacre
British soldiers opened fire on gathered American protesters. -
The Boston Tea Party
The Sons of Liberty, disguised as Native Americans, dumped tea into the harbor in an act of protest. -
The Boston Tea Party
The Sons of Liberty, disguised as Native Americans, dumped tea into Boston Harbor in protest. -
Battle of Lexington and Concord
A large force of British troops defeated a small contingent of American Militia. This is the first battle of the war. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
Colonial victory over British forces in Boston. Victory increased support for American independence. -
Declaration of Independence
The Second Continental Congress lays out the reasons for America seeking independence from Britain.
