founding fathers timeline

By BlaydenKimberlin
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battle of Lexington and Concord was the first battle of the American Revolution.
  • The Decalaration of Independence is signed

    The Decalaration of Independence is signed

    The Declaration of Independence was signed at the Pennsylvania State House.
  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party was an American protest that occurred in Boston Massachusetts. It was a key event leading up to the American Revolution and American independence.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    The soldiers experienced a harsh winter in Valley Forge.
  • The Battle of Yorktown occurred in Yorktown Virginia. It was important because it was the final battle of the American Revolution.

    The Battle of Yorktown occurred in Yorktown Virginia. It was important because it was the final battle of the American Revolution.

    The Battle of Yorktown occurred in Yorktown Virginia. It was important because it was the final battle of the American Revolution.
  • Confederation is Ratified

    Confederation is Ratified

    Virginia was the first state to ratify the Articles of Confederation.
  • The Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution is Ratified

    Ratifying the Constitution was important because it created a stronger central government.
  • Inauguration of George Washington

    Inauguration of George Washington

    The inauguration was held on the balcony of Federal Hall in New York City.
  • Washington's Farewell Address

    Washington's Farewell Address

    In the farewell address, Washington provided guidance about the future of the government.
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington

    George Washington was a founding father of the U.S. and he was the first president of the U.S.
  • election of 1800

    election of 1800

    Thomas Jefferson was elected the third president of the U.S.
  • Marbury Vs. Madison

    Marbury Vs. Madison

    Marbury Vs. Madison was a legal case where the U.S. Supreme Court declared an act of Congress unconstitutional which established the doctrine of judicial review.