The Revolutionary Era

George Washington

Period: Feb 22, 1732 to Dec 14, 1799

The lifespan of George Washington, one of the most recognized Americans. Before he was the first president of the US, he was a great military leader.

The Declaration of Independence

Jul 4, 1776

Battle of Yorktown

Period: Sep 28, 1781 to Oct 19, 1781

A battle that ended the Revolutionary War. American and Frensh troops surrounded the British forcing Cornwallis to surrender.

Land Ordinance

Jan 1, 1785

Land would be surveyed and divided into a neat grid of townships.

All States Called to Meet for the Constitutional Convention

Mar 1, 1787

Constitutional Convention is Adjourdned

Sep 17, 1787

39 delegates from 12 states signed the Constitution.
Fun Fact: It was a Monday.

Best day in History: Sergio's Birthday

Sep 16, 1995

A great moment in history when many cried tears of joy. Some say this is the reason that "Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio ft. L.V. was a number one song in the charts in the US. It is also the birthday of the great magician David Copperfeild....but that was ignored because of the birth of Sergio Alvarez.