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The Boston Tea Party
This political and mercantile protest was one of the key events in the lead-up to the American Revolutionary War and, ultimately, American independence -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
marked the start of the American War of Independence -
The Declaration Of Independence Is Signed
summarized the colonists' motivations for seeking independence -
Winter At Valley Forge Begins
Valley Forge was significant not only for reshaping Washington's army, but for the dedication, endurance, and resilience demonstrated by the Americans in their cause for Independence -
Articles of Confederation are Ratified
established the functions of the national government of the United States after it declared independence from Great Britain -
The Battle Of Yorktown Begins
led directly to the peace negotiations that ended the war in 1783 and gave America its independence -
The Constitution is Ratified
the official framework of the government of the United States of America -
Presidential Inauguration of George Washington
First President Of the United States Of America -
Washington’s Farewell Address
It signaled that Washington wasn't running for a third term in office, and it served as a warning—and an inspiration—for future generations -
The Death of George Washington
George Washington passed away of a throat infection. He was buried four days later in the family vault at Mount Vernon. -
Election Day 1800
The election was a political realignment that ushered in a generation of Democratic-Republican leadership. This was the first presidential election in American history to be a rematch. It was also the first election in American history where an incumbent president did not win re-election. -
Marbury vs. Madison
This decision created the doctrine of judicial review and set up the Supreme Court of the United States as the chief interpreter of the Constitution.