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French and Indian War
The French and Indian War was a nine-year war that took place between 1754 and 1763. This event is important because it was fought between France and Great Britain to determine control of territory of North America. -
The Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was the incident where the red coats opened fire on the colonists. This event is important because Colonists opposed the acts passed by the British Parliament. -
Boston Tea Party
340 chests of tea were destroyed in Boston Harbor, known as the Boston Tea Party. This event is important because this was one of the key events to led up to the American Revolution. -
Battle of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord marked the start of the American War of Independence. This event is important because it persuaded many Americans and support the cause of independence. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The American patriots were defeated at the Battle of Bunker Hill. This event is important because they proved they could hold against the superior British Army. -
Declaration of Independence
The colonists declare their independence from Britain in signing and ratifying the Declaration of Independence. This was an important event because once it was signed there was no turning back, the fight for independence had begun. -
Battle of Trenton
General George Washington's army defeated Trenton. This event is important because the victory set the stage for another success at Princeton a week later and boosted the morale of the American troops. -
Battle of Princeton
Continental Army soldiers under the command of General George Washington defeated a force of British troops. This event is important because the action was part of a larger campaign to regain momentum. -
Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the Revolutionary War. This event is important because the American defeat of the superior British army. -
Battle of Yorktown
The French army and navy, and Washington's forces defeated Lord Charles Cornwallis' veteran army. This event is important because the victory at Yorktown led directly to the peace negotiations. -
The Treaty of Paris
On January 14, 1784, the Treaty of Paris was ratified by the Congress of the United States. This event is important because the Treaty formally ended the Revolutionary War and established the United States as a free and independent nation.