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Declaration of Independence
On July 4, 1776 the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress. The American colonies severed their political connections to Great Britain.The Declaration summarized the colonist's to seek independence. -
Battle of Long Island
The Battle of Long Island was an action of the American Revolutionary war fought in 8/27/1776, near the western edge of long Island. The British troops attacked American forces stationed on the western edge of Long island and the British won because of that. -
The Battle of White Plains
The Battle of White Plains took place in New York and New Jersey campaign of the American Revolutionary war on 10/28/1776 near White Plains. The battle of White Plains ended in a defeat for George Wassington and his army as they retreated form New York that means it was a win for the British -
Battle of Trenton
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Battle of Princeton
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The Articles of Confederation
After considerable debate and revision, The second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation on Nov 15, 1777. The document seen here is engrossed and corrected version that was adopted on the 15 of Nov. It consists of six sheets of parchment stiched together. -
France and America Become Allies
The most important diplomatic success of the colonists during the War for Independence was the critical link they forged with France. Representatives of France and American governments signed the Treaty of Alliance and the Treaty and Commerce on Feb 6, 1778. -
The Battle of Monmouth
The Battle of Monmouth American General Charles Lee gave several confused orders and then ordered a sudden retreat. Washington arrived on the scene and saved the battle but the British escaped to New York during the night. -
The Battle of Yorktown
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Peace Negotiations Begin in Paris
