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Stamp Act
The Stamp Act forced the colonists to pay taxes on printed items such as newspapers, playing cards, and pamphlets. -
Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a violent clash between the British soldiers and led by the Sons of Liberty. This caused tensions to rise and more colonists to be upset with the British. -
Tea Act
The Tea Act was passed by Britain in May 1773. It charged a tax on all tea purchased in the colonies. The Sons of Liberty did not like it planned a huge protest. -
intolerable act
The intolerable act was a result of the British"s fury over the Boston tea party.There were three new laws passed that were aimed at Massachusetts and one towards all 13 colonies. -
Battle Of Lexington
The Battle of Lexington was the first battle of the Revolutionary War. The minutemen killed 73 British soldiers and about 50 colonists died. -
Battle of Brandywine
The Battle of Brandywine, fought just outside of Philadelphia on September 11, 1777, resulted in an overarching British victory and the conquest of the rebel seat of government. -
Valley Forge
Valley Forge was the winter encampment of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. It was a crucial event in the war that helped create a disciplined and effective fighting force.