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the Battles of Lexington and Concord
One of the first military engagements in The American Revolutionary War. 122 lives lost between the Americans and British. Resulted in American victory. -
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Revolutionary war
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the signing of the Declaration of Independence
Announced the separation of British rule from the 13 colonies. Outlines reasons for the separation and asserted natural rights. Said that all men were created equal. -
the Battle of Saratoga
Series of engagements in September and October of 1777. Also ended in American victory. British lost 1000 men in battle. -
Battle Of Yorktown
Attack made by the French and Americans. Final battle in the Revolutionary War, 142-309 killed around 7,500 captured. American victory was and a significant turning point in the Revolutionary war.