Revolution and Rights By Diegof123 Feb 10, 1763 The French and Indian War ends Mar 22, 1765 British government passes Stamp Act to raise money to pay for war Dec 16, 1773 Boston Tea Party Colonists protest new taxes by throwing tea into the harbor Apr 19, 1775 American Revolution begins Jul 4, 1776 Declaration of Independence American leaders declare independence Sep 3, 1783 Peace Treaty Revolutionary War Ends Sep 17, 1787 Leaders sign the United States Constitution Jun 21, 1788 States ratify the United States Constitution Dec 15, 1791 Bill of Rights added to the United States Constitution
