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Boston Massacre
In this event, British soldiers fired upon Americans that were throwing snowballs at them. This battle was important because it angered the colonists. This fueled American rebellion against the British.
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Battle of Quebec
Benedict Arnold tried to take Quebec but a rainstorm stopped him from starting the attack for three days. Finally, he attacked the day of December 31, 1775. This battle was important because it was the first major American loss.
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Occupation of Philadelphia
British General Howe invades Philadelphia to capture George Washington but fails. This battle is important because it forces the Continental Congress to flee.
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Alliance with the French
This event was when the France signed a treaty with the Americans to be their ally. This event was important because the French supplied the Americans with things they needed like troops and supplies.
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Siege of Charlston
In this siege, the British surrounded the city of Charlestown for six weeks. This event is important because the Americans surrendered all of their forces in the city resulting in one of the worst American losses. -
Battle of Yorktown
In the Battle of Yorktown General Washington led a force of men and started a seize now called the Battle of Yorktown. In this battle, Lafayette trapped British soldiers retreating from Yorktown, while the French navy surrounded the peninsula. At the same time, Washington led his troops, surrounded the city and bombarded it with cannon shells. This battle was important because it was the last battle in the Revolutionary War.
PICTURE: https://storify.com/Bizzie22/battle-of-yorktown
