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The French and Indian War
The French and Indian war happened because the French claimed land that the Indians had already claimed. So, they wanted to fight for their land. the British ended up winning due the the fact their weapons were more modernized and more powerful. -
Stamp Act of 1765
This act was made to be aimed to generate revenue for the military by imposing taxes on all legal and official documents and publications in circulation within the colonies -
Boston Massacre
Seven British soldiers opened fire on a group of agitated Boston residents, resulting in the deaths of five people, the injury of six others, and causing widespread outrage throughout the colony. -
Boston Tea Party
people were mad about the taxes, so some got on a ship in costumes, and umped all the tea in the ocean. -
First Continental Congress meets
The initial Continental Congress in the United States assembled in Philadelphia to deliberate on how to respond to the British government's limitations on trade and representative governance following the Boston Tea Party. -
Olive Branch Petition sent to England
Congress adopted the Olive Branch Petition, intending to send it to the King as a final effort to avoid the formal declaration of war. The petition stressed the colonists' allegiance to the British crown and asserted their rights as British subjects. The Congress reconvened as scheduled. -
Thomas Paine’s Common Sense published
Thomas Paine's Common Sense caused a sensation, marking the first major instance of viral mass communication in America. -
Declaration of Independence adopted
The 13 American colonies officially cut their political ties with Great Britain by declaring independence through the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. -
The Battle of Trenton
The Battle of Trenton holds great significance as it marked the first major triumph for the colonial forces following a long period of hardship. This victory played a crucial role in boosting Washington's ability to inspire his troops to persevere, despite their temptation to surrender and return home. -
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Battle of Camden
The Battle of Camden marked a significant loss for the Americans, allowing the British to gain control of the southern colonies temporarily. This defeat tarnished Gates' reputation and led to his replacement, while also boosting Cornwallis' standing. The British victory paved the way for their invasion of North Carolina. -
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Battle of Yorktown
A combined land and sea operation involving both French and American forces successfully trapped a significant British army on the Yorktown peninsula in Virginia, leading to the army's surrender. This siege effectively marked the conclusion of military actions in the American Revolution. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris, marked the end of the War of the American Revolution. It acknowledged the independence of the United States and also awarded the U.S. a considerable amount of western territory. -
3/5 Compromise
Prior to the Civil War, the Three-Fifths Compromise resulted in slave states being given an unfair advantage in the House of Representatives due to disproportionate representation. -
Bill of Rights adopted
President Washington distributed copies of the 12 amendments approved by Congress to the states on 2 months later, three-fourths of the states had ratified 10 of these amendments, which are now recognized as the "Bill of Rights."