The History of the United States

By RazanA
  • Apr 30, 1215

    Magna Carta

    NO OFFICIAL DATE OTHER THAN YEAR.
    The Magna Carta was signed in 1215. This was the first document that limited the power of the ruler.

  • Jamestown

    Jamestown was a definate start for Britain andthe13 Colonies. It was the FIRST PERMANENT ENGLISH SETTLEMENT.

  • Mayflower Compact

    The Mayflower Compact was an agreement signed by the Pilgrims on November 11th, 1620 promising to consult one another about laaws for the colony.

  • The Seven Years War/French & Indian War Begins

    Also known as the French and Indian war, it actually lasted 9 years. It was ended by the Treaty of Paris of 1763.

  • Treaty of Paris 1763

    This treaty was signed in Paris, France 1763. It ended the 7 Years War/French & Indian War and kicked the French out of North America.

  • Proclamation of 1763

    It was a law forbidding English colonists to settle west fo the Appalachian Mountains. Therefore keeping peace with the Natives that lived there.

  • Lexington & Concord

    Beginning of American Revolution, however no one knows which side of the war shot first.

  • Declaration of Independence

    Was a document written by Thomas Jefferson, declaring the colonies independent from England.

  • Battle of Saratoga

    An American Victory, this renewed the hopes of the soldiers. This crucial win was the turning point of American Revolution.

  • Articles of Confederation

    Was the first American constitution. But it was a very weak document that limited the power of Congress by giving states the final authority over all decisions.

  • Valley Forge

    Beginning of the time spent in Valley Forge. From 1777-1778. Washington's army spent the winter of 1777-1778 in the Valley while fighting the harsh cold, disease, and food shortages.

  • Battle of Yorktown

    Last battle of American Revolution, an American victory of course. :)

  • Treaty of Paris 1783

    It was the document signed in Paris, France that officially ended the Revolution.

  • Constitutional Convention

    Beginning date of constitutional convention. It toook place in the State House of Philidelphia. As Washington the head, a group of men decided on the rules of the new country with care, patience, and order. All of the people who came to help came from all across the different states.

  • Washington's Term