America By Etropolis Period: Jan 1, 1750 to Jan 1, 1800 America Apr 18, 1775 The ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes Apr 19, 1775 Revolutionary War begins Jul 4, 1776 Declaration of Independence is signed Sep 3, 1783 The peace treaty is signed, and the Revolutionary War ends Dec 15, 1791 The Bill of Rights is adopted in to society