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Boston Massacre
In Boston a group of Patriots were being rebellious. A group of British fired into the crowd killing 7. This is important because it sparked many people to join the revolution. https://www.google.com/search?q=boston+massacre+1770&espv=2&rlz=1CADEAC_enUS709US710&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiVpOyd3r_RAhWF64MKHemNCFwQ_AUICCgB&biw=1366&bih=631&safe=active&ssui=on#imgrc=mKMPLP4NY-kLaM%3A -
Boston Tea Party
The Sons of Liberty and other men dressed up as Indians and boarded British ships. Dumping tea overboard, this act showed people to rebel against the following acts. -
Battles Of Saratoga Springs
In this three week engagement there was a series of battles at different locations. Some say that these series of events changed the war for the Americans from the French coming to help. https://www.google.com/search?q=date+of+saratoga+battle&espv=2&rlz=1CADEAC_enUS709US710&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiO8v3f4snRAhWiqVQKHfpzDyAQ_AUICSgC&biw=1366&bih=631&safe=active&ssui=on#imgrc=jUX3wflI_ll8lM%3A -
Valley Forge
During the Winter of Valley Forge Supplies and many other needed things were lacking. This was important because the harsh conditions brought people together. -
British Capture Charlestown
At the Battle of Charlestown the British seized the city taking supplies and much more. This helped the British greatly and weakened the Americans. -
Mutiny Of Unpaid Pennsylvania
In early January of 1781 the Pennsylvanian soldiers got mad about amount of pay. This helped the British because the Americans lost money.