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Boston Massacre
Five colonists are killed after taunting British soldiers outside of the Boston Customs House. -
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American Revolution
The Revolutionary War Period begins with the Boston Massacre and ends with the election of George Washington as first president of the United States. -
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The Early Republic
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The War of 1812 Begins
The United States declared war on Great Britain on June 12, 1812. -
Abraham Lincoln Elected
Lincoln is elected 16th president of the U.S.
