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Battles of Lexington and Concord
Tensions were rising between colonists and British authorities causing this battle which kicked off the American Revolutionary War. -
Meeting of the Second Continental Congress
This meeting helped move the Colonists towards independence. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
Colonial forces inflicted significant casualties against the British. -
Failed Seizure of Quebec under Benedict Arnold
This battle was the first major defeat for the Colonists. -
Common Sense Published
This helped people understand what was happening. -
Adoption of the Declaration of Independence
Written so the colonists could be independent. -
Battle of Trenton
A crucial battle that was small, but helped move towards independence. -
Paoli Massacre (Battle of Paoli)
53 Americans were killed and 100 wounded. -
Battle of Saratoga
Turning point in the revolutionary war. -
Washington’s Encampment at Valley Forge
This was where the American forces became a true fighting unit.