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Seven Years War
The French and Indians fought together against the British for control of the colonies. The British won and gained control over the colonies. It was known as the Seven Years War. -
"Shot Heard Around the World"
The British stood face to face with the militia men when, a shot was fired, unknown of who had shot, both sides began firing at one another, leaving 8 Americans dead and 10 wounded. This event was important because it was the beginning of the revolution.This event was important because it was the start of the revolution.. -
The creation of The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was to declare the 13 colonies independent from Britain. This event was important because they used it as a explanation of why they wanted to separate from Britain. This event was important because they used it as a explanation of why they wanted to separate from Britain. -
Victory at the Battle of Saratoga
On October 7th, British troops crashed through south of Saratoga, and 86% of their men were captured. This was a pivotal point in the revolution because it gave America the boost they needed after being defeated at the Battle of the Brandywine as well as Philadelphia falling to the British. This was also important because it convinced France that it was worth becoming America’s ally. -
The French Alliance
After Continental Congress discussed it on May 4th, 1778, France and America signed a treaty on February 6th 1778. It was a treaty of amity and commerce in order to enhance the safety of both parties. It was a treaty for both countries to protect against the potential attack of the British, so that they would each have military support if needed. -
Failure of Caputures
In 1778 Loyalists attempted to organize the capture of Charleston, but it later failed in 1779. The Loyalists failed at the attempt to attack British forces and were defeated. Also, an attempt by French and American forces to retake Savannah failed on October 9, 1779, causing the capture of Charleston and most of the Continental army the next year. -
British Capture Charleston
The British victory in the first few months of 1780 that gave Britain control of much of the Southern colonies. It was one of the major events that happened towards the end of the American Revolutionary war. After this event happened the British began to shift their strategic focus towards the American Southern Colonies. Under the command of General Benjamin Lincoln, the Americans held out as long as they could, then surrendered to the British. It was the biggest loss of troops. -
Kings Mountain
American victory near the North Carolina-South Carolina border that destroyed one whole section of General Charles Cornwallis's army and forced him to retreat to South Carolina to wait for reinforcements.The result was what some historians call the turning point in the war in the south. -
Cornwallis surrenders at Yorktown
After five brutal days, the combined team of the French and Americans overwhelmed Cornwallis’ army sending a shock wave through the British Government. -
Signing of the Preliminary Articles of Peace
The signing of the preliminary Articles of Peace was when Britain and America declared diplomacy. I think that this event was important because it was the start of the end of the two countries being enemies. And without the Articles of Peace, we would probably still be intense enemies with the United Kingdom. -
Washington Resigns from his Military Stature
Washington formally parts from officers at Fraunces Tavern, New York City. His willing resignation of his military powers and his return to private life are considered striking since democratic republics are thought to be especially vulnerable to military dictatorship. Washington becomes as famous for his willingness to relinquish command as for his successful conduct of it in the War.
