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Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was people boycotting against England. They didn't buy or sell goods to protest. People dumped tea into the Boston Harbor. People disguised themselves as Native Americans so they couldn't get caught. -
First Continental Congress Meets
The objectives of the body weren't really clear but they found leadership. The first couple weeks were mostly discussion and debates. They found out that their purpose was to try and break away from England. -
Declaration of Rights and Grievances is passed
Congress appointed a committee to get together and draft a document stating the rights of the colonies. -
Revolutionary War Begins
They weren't sure the exact date of when the war began but they knew it was in 1775. The war started because Americans were tired of paying high taxes to the King of England. -
2nd Continental Congress meets
Majority of the delegates didn't want to seek independence from Britain. After many seasons and the hostility from England got worse the Congress met again to try and get independence. -
Declaration of Independence is signed
This document explains the new government in the United States. It shows that the United States could have a strong government and was able to break away from England. -
Articles of Confederation is signed
It is a document that is an agreement. It provided a symbol of union by giving the central government power over the states. -
Revolutionary War ends
George Washington lead the American army to victory. France also helped Americans during the war. Americans were finally free from England. -
Constitutional Congress opens
For four months, 55 delegates came together to form a constitution. It would later be the Federal Constitution. -
Final draft of the Constitution is signed
This document is to explain a perfect union and to make sure people get justice.
