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Britain put a tax on Stamps, which angered the colonies.
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On March 5th, 1770, The Colonist started taunting the British soldiers, saying "Shoot, if you dare." A British soldier thought it was a command, and shot. 5 colonist died from gunshot wounds.
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The Colonists threw tea into the harbor to rebel against the taxes. They dressed as Indians for this act. Asymmetrical.
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No one knows for certain who shot first, but its know as 'the shot heard around the world." While the British won Lexington, The colonist won Concord, shining hope for the revolution.
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The British won the battle, but lost many of their men. It showed the British that this war would be costly.
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Thomas Paine writes a pamphlet in favor of Independence. It convinced colonists to fight for freedom.
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Thomas Jefferson wrote a article declaring independence from Great Britain. The people of the continental congress signed it.
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George Washington lead his troops across the Delaware. It was a use of gorilla warfare.
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The winning of this battle convinced the French to become Americas allies,
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It was a hard winter for George Washington and his troops. Many of his men died, but they did extensive training that helped them win furture battles. https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/continental-army-enters-winter-camp-at-valley-forge
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The Americans suffered greatly. They lost 5,000 men to this battle.
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The French and Americans surrounded British and they surrendered.
