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Battle of Lexington
The first Battle of the Revolutionary War. -
Common Sense
A 47 page pamphlet that was distributed in Philadelphia in January 1776 by Thomas Paine. -
Declaration of Independence
Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. This act broke all ties with the British crown. The United States was born. -
Battle for Long Island
The battle took place in the southwest portion of Long Island, New York. This area is called Brooklyn today and the battle is often referred to as the Battle of Brooklyn. -
Battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton was a small but pivotal battle during the American Revolutionary War which took place on the morning, in Trenton, New Jersey.