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French and Indian War
The French and Indian War was a conflict based on land, as the Colonists wanted more land and the French wanted to keep their, so a war broke out. This conflict however, brought many repercussions to the Colonist and England. -
The Introduction of the Townshend Act of 1767
The Townshend Act of 1767 was a set of laws put in place by the British Parliament to implement taxes on the Colonists and limit their freedoms. The taxes were placed on paper, paints, lead, glass, and tea. The British also gave soldier's the right to search colonist's houses and businesses. -
Boston Massacre
It was a small arguments Between British and Colonist. The argument escalated and then the Colonist got shot.They were mainly throwing stones and then a British soldier shot and the rest of the British soldiers followed. -
Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was a political protest that occurred in Boston, Massachusetts. They dumped 342 chests of tea, imported by the British East India Company into the harbor. -
Intolerable Acts Implemented
The Intolerable Acts were a set of laws implemented by the British Parliament to punish the colonist for the Boston Tea Party. The acts included the closing of the port of Boston, the rejection of the constitution of Massachusetts, the removal of trail by jury (done by a British judge), and finally forced the colonists to house and feed British troops. -
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First Continental Congress
The First Continental Congress met in Carpenter's Hall in Philadelphia to show Britain that the colonies had combined authority over each other. Even though the delegates did not have a common goal, they did want Parliament to hear and act on the grievances of the Colonist. More information on the delegates could be found here -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first military engagement in the American Revolution. The reason these battles happened because a British commander was informed that Patriots had a supply of powder and munitions in these towns. This website contains more information about the statistics of the battles. -
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Second Continental Congress
When the Continental Congress met in Philadelphia, they were no longer talking about their gripes with the King of England, they were discussing war. With this meeting, the First Continental Army was formed, with George Washington as its general. However, the colonist lacked the weapons, munitions, and funds to stand a chance against the British Army. This website goes more in depth on why the colonist went to war. -
Common Sense Published
With the publishing of Common Sense by Thomas Paine, the colonists finally realized that they did not have to follow Britain. The pamphlet advocated independence from the monarchy and a republican form of government. This pamphlet helped rally support for the cause of a free America. -
Declaration of Independence Adopted
The Declaration of Independence was, and still is, the most important document for Americans. The declaration declared that America and the colonies will be independent from Britain, and that they are willing to give their lives for freedom. -
Creation of the Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation were thirteen different articles that gave the power to the states and to the federal government. Each state retained its sovereignty, independence, and power over themselves. -
Surrender of the British in Yorktown
During the end of the Battle of Yorktown, the British commander Lord Cornwallis retreated to the Yorktown peninsula to resupply and rest to prepare for the upcoming battles. However, George Washington was preparing a 4,000 man raid on the British-held city. Cornwallis requested support from the British Navy, but the Navy was already wounded by the clash with the French ships and retreated. After this, the French artillery bombarded the British, and after 3 days, Cornwallis surrendered. -
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Constitutional Convention
The Constitution Convention was a gathering of each state's delegate for the creation of a new constitution and to amend the Articles of Confederation. The convention took place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. -
The Great Compromise
The Connecticut Compromise or Great Compromise resulted from a debate among delegates on how each state could have representation in the Congress. It led to the creation of a two chambered Congress. -
The Ratification of the Constitution
The Constitution outlined America's federal government. It guarantees the people and the states power over themselves and their individual rights. The Constitution contained 7 articles and 27 amendments to safeguard the freedom of the American people. -
Bill of Rights Adopted
The Bill of Rights contained the first ten amendments from the Constitution. It guarantees the citizen their civil rights and liberties, such as freedom of religion, freedom of speech, and the right to bear arms. It also guarantees due process and the right to trail by jury.
