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magna carta
a practical solution to the political crisis faced by king john. it basically states that everyone including the king is subject to the law. -
jamestown settled
the day that the first colony was founded in america. the start of american civilization -
mayflower compact written
the first agreement for america to be a self governing entity and allowed 102 settlers to come over to the americas. -
english bill of rights
this is what created separation of power and weakened the king and queen -
albany plan of union
benjamin franklins plan to unify the 13 colonies. this idea was heard at the albany congress on 1754 -
stamp act
first set of taxes levied on american colonists. -
american revolution begins
the start of the war for our freedom. it lasted 23 years -
boston massacre
An incident in which british soldiers shot upon and killed people whilst under attack by a mob. this event us also referred to "the gunshot heard around the world" -
boston tea party
a protest in which americans dumped tea into the harbor. this is probably the most recognizable act of this time period -
first continental congress
a meeting of delegates from the 12 of the 13 colonies. it lasts almost 2 months -
intolerable acts
harsh laws passed by british parliament. used to punish the colonies for the boston tea party -
second continental congress
it managed colonial war efforts and moving towards the signing of the declaration. -
declaration of independence
this what makes us america and is what every law we have today is derived upon. -
shays rebellion
an armed uprising led by daniel shay. a veteran who had enough and injustices -
philadelphia convention
this where 12 of the 13 delegates came together to discuss certain issues. the one delegate missing is rhode island who didn't make an appearance due to fear of losing state rights. -
connecticut compromise
the agreement reached that dealt with how small states and large states would be represented.
