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Signing of the Declaration of Independence
The signing of this document declared the colonists free from King George and England and sparked the American Revolution. -
Declaration read publically
- The Declaration of Independence was read publically on this day to many people and played a big impact on society
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Redcoat vs. Washington army
Redcoats defeat George Washington’s army in the battle of Long Island but Washington’s army escapes at night. -
Burgoyne loses
Burgoyne loses second battle of freeman’s farm, NY at Bemis Heights. This was a part of “battle of Saratoga”. They surrender to general G. -
Signing alliance
The Unites States of America and France sign the French Alliance which basically was a peace treaty after the battle of Saratoga. -
Battle of barren hill
Lafayette with 500 men and about 50 Oneida Indians successfully evade British onslaught. -
Articles Of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation was adopted on this day -
Peace Treaty
The U.S. and Great Britain sign the” Treaty of Paris” -
Washington resigns
George Washington resigns as commander of the army. -
Constitution Signed
On September 17th 1787 the United States constitution was signed and official. -
Constitution Adopted
The United Stated Constitution was adopted when New Hampshire ratified it