American revolution

american revolution

  • the french and indian war

    the french and indian war

    An intensifying rivalry between Britain and France because of land results in a war.
  • Proclamation of 1763

    Proclamation of 1763

    Issued by King George, this document was made in efforts to ameliorate relations with the Indians.
  • The Boston Massacre

    The Boston Massacre

    British soldiers open fire on colonists, causing more tension between the British and colonies.
  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    Angry about the new tea taxes, American colonists dump crates of tea into the Boston Harbor.
  • The First and Second Continental Congress

    The First and Second Continental Congress

    Two groups from all the 13 colonies meet in Pennsylvania to discuss liberty and respond to new laws.
  • The Battles at Lexington and Concord

    The Battles at Lexington and Concord

    British troops march to Concord to seize supplies, and on the way, pass Lexington to battle as well.
  • The Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill

    This two-day battle between Britain and the colonists resulted in a British win, but at a high cost.
  • Common Sense

    Common Sense

    Written by Thomas Paine, this pamphlet furthered the Revolutionary cause and showed both sides of it
  • The Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration of Independence

    Written by Thomas Jefferson, this document declared the 13 colonies' independence from Great Britain
  • The Battle of Saratoga

    The Battle of Saratoga

    This battle was a turning point in the war for the Americans because it secured French aid.