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Pontiac's Rebellion Begins
Native Americans were upset with British rule in the Great Lakes area after the French and Indian War so they rebelled and attacked the British. -
Proclamation of 1763
The Proclamation was an attempt to keep settlers from going west of the Appalachian Mountains, but it failed and settlers did not obey the rule. -
Boston Massacre
British soldiers guarding the Customs Houe opened fire on a crowd and killed 5 colonists. -
Boston Tea Party
On December 16, 1773, patriots boarded three ships in Boston and dumped tea into the harbor. The act of protest outraged Britain. -
First Continental Congress Convenes
All colonies except for Georgia sent representatives to Philadelphia. The representatives discussed a new form of government argued over separation vs. loyalty, and decided to boycott all British imports. -
Paul Revere's Midnight Ride
Paul Revere rode his horse through the province of Massachusetts during the night hours on April 18th, warning the Patriots of the approaching British troops.