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The Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a deadly riot on King street in Boston. A brawl between American colonist and lone British Solider. Quickly escalated and killed 5 colonist. -
Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was a political protest at Griffin Wharf in Boston. Colonist imposing, "taxation without representation." dumped 342 chest of tea into the harbor. -
Declaration of independence
The founding document of the United States, approved by congress. Announced the separation of the 13 North American British colonies from Great Britian. -
Shay's Rebellion
The Rebellion was a multiple attacks on the court house and other government properties in Massachusetts. Resulted in death of 4 rebels and unsettled nations. -
Article of confederation
Was considered the United States 1st constitution. It created a loose confederation of sovereign states and a weak central government. -
Winter at Valley Forge
At the Winter at Valley Forge , General George Washington and contiential army camped at Valley Forge during the winter. Hundreds died from disease. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was officially signed on Sep, 3. It ended the American Revolutionary War against Great Britain. Formally recognized America as a independent nation. -
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights are our 10 amendments. These amendments primarily focus on U.S. citizens basic rights, such as freedom of speech, religion , and assembly. -
Whisky Rebellion
After the American revolution nearly all of the U.S was in debt.The federal gov decided to impose whisky task. This was only imposed on whisky producers. People started to protest in Virgina and Pennsylvania -
The White House
The construction of the White House began in 1790s. President John Adams and his wife Abigail Adams took up residency in the White House. This started the tradition of residency in the White House.