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Seven Years War
War between Britain and France over their American colonies, also known as the French and Indian War. -
Stamp Act
An act by Parliament which directly taxed the colonies, leading to resistance and eventually revolution. -
The shot heard 'round the world
The opening shot of the first battles in the Revolutionary War, in Lexington and Concord, which led to the establishment of the U.S. -
Declaration of Independence
The U.S. signed the declaration and declared independence from Britain. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris ended the Revolutionary War and recognized American independence from Britain. -
Constitutional Convention
The delegates drew up the Constitution of the United States during this convention. -
George Washington elected
The first President of the United States, George Washington, was elected. -
Bank of the United States charter
Congress approves a 20-year charter for the Bank of the United States, proposed by Alexander Hamilton. -
Cotton gin invented
Eli Whitney invents the cotton gin, which revolutionized cotton production and expanded slavery.