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Paul Revere's Ride
It was during the night. Paul Revere rode off on his horse to alert minutemen in the Province Massachusetts Bay. He did this because of the approaching British Army troops that were headed towards their way. Later in the next day, it was when the battles of Lexington and Concord started. -
Battles of Lexington and Concord
The battles of Lexington and Concord were a fight between the British and Americans. The British fought the Americans to prevent them from rebelling against them. After the battles, the Americans emerged victorious. These battles were important because it marked the start of the American War of Independence. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The British fortified around Boston to prevent the Americans from rebelling further. After the battle, this time the British won against the Americans. This event is important because it was the first major battle of the American Revolution. -
Declaration of Independence
This important event was when the 13 colonies became independent and were no longer under British rule. Making America an independent nation. -
Thomas Paine's writing of "The American Crisis"
Thomas Paine's writing of "The American Crisis" encouraged American colonists to keep on fighting for their independence. -
Crossing of the Delaware River
After some months of defeat by the British. George Washington decided to cross with his troops over the Delaware River to make it to Trenton, New Jersey where troops of the British army were located. Washington made it the next morning, (December 26, 1776) which led to the battle of Trenton. -
Battle of Trenton
After the arrival of George Washington and his army at Trenton, they started to battle against the Hessian (part of the British army). The battle ended on January 3, 1777 and the colonial army won. This event was important because the colonial army hadn't won a battle against the British after a long time. -
The Battle of Philadelphia
After some time the British soon attacked Philadelphia to gain control over it. George Washington's army was also there to help out the fight against the British in the battle. After some time the battle ended on September 26, 1777 and the Americans lost control over Philadelphia. -
Battle of Saratoga
This battle was important due to it being a turning point for the American army and giving a major morale boost. It also convinced the French to help support the American colonies. Since Burgoyne's army was defeated, Gate's army forced them to surrender at Saratoga. This battle ended on October 7, 1777. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
At Valley Forge, the Continental Army led by George Washington faced harsh weather, food shortages, and lacked shelter. The importance of this was the dedication, endurance, and resilience Washington's army had. This lasted until June 19, 1778. -
Battle of Yorktown
The battle took place in Yorktown where the British army led by Cornwallis and American army led by George Washington alongside the French fought. This battle lasted until October 19, 1781 where Cornwallis surrendered. This battle was important because it marked the end of the American revolution, meaning that America has won their independence. -
Treaty of Paris
On September 3, 1783, U.S and British representatives signed the Treaty of Paris. This treaty officially declared the end of the American Revolution and that the U.S was now recognized as an independent nation.