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French and Indian War
The war brought Britain all of French Canada. The British also monopolized the slave trade in Spanish America, which brought enormous wealth to British merchants. -
Colonists Rebel Against Britain
Due to the many taxation to pay the Seven Years' War and the French and Indian War, it angered many colonists. This included the Boston Tea Party and the Boston Massacre. Finally, representatives in each colony met in Philadelphia to decide on what action to make. This was just the beginning of representatives coming together to make decisions on our country. -
Declaration of Independence
Second Continental Congress took a big step, voting to declare independence from Britain. It reflects John Locke's ideas to protect the people's natural rights. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris ended the American Revolution. In the treaty, Britain recognized the independence of the United States of America. The American's victory can be attributed to their resilient dedication to obtaining independence. -
The Constitution becomes Supreme Law of the Land
The Constitution of the U.S created the most progressive government of its day. The Constitution became a symbol of freedom. The Constitution would be copied or adapted by many lands throughout the world.
