Road To Independence

Paul Revere's Ride

Apr 18, 1775

A poem that commemorates actions of American Patriot Paul Revere.

Battles of Lexington and Concord

Apr 19, 1775

These were the first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War.

Battle of Bunker Hill

Jun 17, 1775

This battle was fought on June 17, 1775, during the sieges of Boston.

The Declaration of Independence

Jul 4, 1776

The pronouncement adopted by the Second Continental Congress Meeting at the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia.

Washington's Crossing

Dec 25, 1776

The event of which George Washington crossed the Delaware River which occurred on the night of December 25-26, 1776.

Battle of Saratoga

Sep 19, 1777

The battles of Saratoga marked the climax of the Saratoga campaign.

Valley Forge

Dec 19, 1777

This functioned as the third of eight military encampments for the Continental Army's main body, commanded by George Washington.

Battle of Yorktown

Sep 28, 1781

The surrender at Yorktown, German Battle or the siege of Little York, ending on October 19, 1781.