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French-Indian War
The French-Indian War was a war over territory in the U.S. Over control of their land and culture. It went on for 9 years from 1754-1763. George Washington led the war and won the battle. -
Proclamation of 1763
The Proclamation of 1763, was announced to prevent Americans from settling in French land. This was after the French-Indian War. It was written by King George III. -
Sugar act
The Sugar Act was introduced to prevent the smuggling of sugar and molasses. It started on April 5th, 1764. It was signed by George Grenville. People boycotted because they knew it would take a huge chunk out of their wealth.
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Stamp Act
The Stamp Act was the start of hard taxes. The British tried to raise revenue through these taxes. the act was first issued on October 7th, 1765 and went until October 25th, 1765. The act resulted in violent protests and was then repealed. -
The Quartering Act
The quartering act stated that British soldiers were allowed to be housed in American homes. It lasted from March 25 1765 to March 24, 1767. General Thomas Gage led the British and forced the Americans to allow it. It was then reappeared and found the costs outweighed the benefits.
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Townshend Act
The Townshend Act was an act passed to initiate taxes on glass, lead, paint, paper, and tea. It lasted for about a month from June 15 1767 to July 2, 1767. When colonists boycotted, they sent British troops to collect taxes. This act was passed by Charles Townshend.
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Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a riot on March 5th, 1770. This riot was deadly and was started by American streetmen vs. one lone British soldier. Hugh Montgomery fired first in this riot. This massacre was a huge turning point for the quest of Americas independence. -
Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party occurred on December 16, 1773. American colonists were upset at the British for the new tax rules. The colonists dumped 342 chests of tea into the Boston harbor. Wasting millions of dollars of tea boycotting the new laws.
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Intolerable Acts
The Intolerable Act was first passed on June 6, 1774. They were made to isolate and destroy Boston. Instead, they happened to unite the 13 colonies. Lord North was the king at the time when this act was passed. -
Tea Act
The Tea Act was first passed on May 10 1773 by the British parliament. This act gave control of trade and delivery to different tea companies. This gave the East Indian companies a tax break on their tea, ultimately making it cheaper than smuggling in tea. Many people believed that this was used to gain colonial power. -
Intolerable Acts
The intolerable acts were first passed on June 6, 1774. They were a group of four laws in punishment for the Boston Tea Party. It limited imports and citizens had to follow all laws. Lord North passed/allowed the Intolerable acts. -
First Continental Congress
The first continental congress was held from September 5th, 1774 through October 26, 1774. Twelve men from the 13 colonies met together to discuss Britain's growing aggression. This group of men included two future presidents, George Washington and John Adams. This later led to the Declaration of Independence. -
Battles of Lexington and Concord
The battles of Lexington and Concord began on April 19, 1775. This battle happened in hopes of suppressing any ideas of rebellion. This did not go to plan, instead, this sparked the first battle of the Revolutionary War. This battle was led by Colonel Francis Smith.
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Second Continental Congress
The Second Continental Congress met on May 10, 1775. They appointed George Washington as Commander. They talked about the intention of the wanted freedom and issued the Declaration of Independence. It was important because they voted for the Declaration of Independence which led to the colonies becoming the United States.
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The Battle of Bunker Hill
The battle of Bunker Hill began on June 17, 1775. This battle followed the opening of the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Although Great Britain won, we proved we were going to fight until we got our freedom. General Howe led this battle that Great Britain started.
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Olive Branch Petition
The olive branch petition was adopted by Congress on July 5, 1775. It was to be sent to the king as a last attempt at peace and to stop war from being declared. Britain's King George refused to receive the petition. This led to the declaration to be written and passed.
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Common Sense
The Common Sense was a 42-page pamphlet that outlined the need for American independence. It was written on January 9, 1776. It challenged the authority of the British monarchy and royalty. This was the first work to openly ask Great Britain for independence. It promoted the idea of forming a new nation and made it a promise.
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Declaration of Independence
The written Declaration of Independence was dated July 4 1776 but wasn't signed until August. Thomas Jefferson's draft was later changed 86 times by John Adams. The Declaration was written to show independence, and that the colonists had a right to revolution. After this was written, the colonists severed their connections and began growing their country.
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Battle of New York
The Battle of New York began on August 26, 1776. This battle ended in a British victory. Shortly after beginning the fight, the British cornered George Washington and all of his men. Leaving them no choice but to surrender. -
Battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton happened on December 26, 1776. George Washingtons' army defeated hessian mercenaries at Trenton. This was a big point because it was the first success won by the revolutionary general George Washington's army out in the open field. It restored American confidence and morals. -
The battle of Saratoga
The battle of Saratoga started on September 19, 1777, and went until October 7, 1777. The battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. The Americans had bigger troops and better weaponry. Americans won against the British and began fighting harder than ever for their freedom. -
Valley Forge
Valley Forge started on December 19, 1777. Valley Forge was an encampment of the Continental Army under George Washington. At this camp, there was a shortage of food, clothing, medicine, and everything in between. Washington's men got very very sick. -
Battle of Monmouth
The Battle of Monmouth occurred on June 28, 1778. This battle was the longest one-day battle of the American Revolutionary War. The continental army of General George Washington and British General Sir Hilary Clinton fought this very hard, long, deadly battle. This strengthened Washington's position as commander. -
Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown started on September 18 1781 and lasted until October 19, 1781. This battle was an engagement of the American Revolution. George Washington led and won this battle against lord Charles. Once Charles surrendered, it forecasted the freedom of the new to come United States. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was signed on September 3, 1783. This was signed by the United States and Great Britain formally ending the Revolutionary War. The United States gained quite a bit more land from this treaty. These areas included all of the area west of the Mississippi River, South of Canada, and areas north of Florida.