founding fathers timeline

  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party
    The Boston Tea Party
    was an american protest against the British for their tea act
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord
    were the first major fights between the us and great Britain. resulting in a American win
  • The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence is Signed
    The United States is no longer politically connected with great Britain
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge
    The winter of 1777-78
    there was snow rain and cold temperatures plus there was a lack of clothing so it was very brutal
  • Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    Articles of Confederation are Ratified
    Articles of Confederation no longer being used
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown
    began September 28, 1781, and ended on October 19, 1781
    was a fight in Yorktown Virginia where the Americans won
  • The Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution is Ratified
    became the official framework of the government of the United States of America
  • Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    Presidential Inauguration of George Washington
    George Washington was inaugurated president
  • Washington’s Farewell Address

    Washington’s Farewell Address
    Washington's Farewell Address is a letter written by President George Washington as a retirement letter
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington
    he was born February 22, 1732,
    he died December 18, 1799
  • Election Day, 1800

    Election Day, 1800
    thomas jefferson wins beating john adams
  • Marbury vs. Madison

    Marbury vs. Madison
    established the principle of judicial review
    to make all the branches more equal