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The Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was a revolt against absurd taxes on tea leading to colonists dressing as native Americans and throwing crates of tea into the Boston harbor. -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles in Lexington and Concord were the first major campaigns for the militia resulting in US victory and increasing support for the militia. -
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
The declaration was signed in August of 1776 in Pennsylvania leading to the official request to separate from the British empire. -
The Death of George Washington
George Washington was one of the many founding fathers and was also the first President of the US. When he passed in 1779 it was believed to be caused by a throat infection. -
Ratification of the Constitution
The constitution was ratified in 1788 after New Hampshire became the 9th state to sign causing a majority pass of the bill.