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Battles of Lexington and Concord
The opening battles of the Revolutionary War between Great Britain and the 13 American colonies. The battles took place in the suburbs of Boston Massachusetts. -
Meeting of the Second Continental Congress
Met in Philadelphia and appointed George Washington Commader of the Continental Army. The Congress also created a committee to deal with foreign relations. The Congress also authorized printing money for war expenses. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
A battle Cambridge, MA in which the British defeated the Colonists when their ammunition ran out. The British suffered heavy loses and were unable to break the colonial seige on Boston. -
Failed Seizure of Quebec under Benedict Arnold
Benedict Arnold lead a failed seizure of Quebec and was severely injured. He was forced to retreat as the British Army approached. -
Common Sense Published
Thomas Paine published the Common Sense pamphlet outlining the reasons to delcare American Indepenece from Great Britain. -
Adoption of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is the formal document outlining the start of American Independence from Great Britain. -
Battle of Trenton
Geroge Washington led the Continental Army in a surprise attack across the Delaware River against British and Hessian soldiers. This battle was a stunning victory for the Continental Army. -
Battle Saratoga
The British won a small victory at Saratoga but ultimately defeated. This victory was a turning point in the battle of American Indepenence and conviced the French to join the war s American allies. -
Paoli Massacre (Battle of Paoli)
General Wayne of the Continental Army was amushed by the British at Paoli PA. The British used bayonets to kill the Continental Army. -
Washington's Encampment at Valley Forge
The Continental Army under George Washington was encamped at Valley Forge for six months. The soldiers endured cold, starvation, and cramped living quarters.
