American Revolution By bbj13 Mar 17, 1754 freance and indian war Mar 5, 1770 the boston massacre Feb 5, 1774 The Continental Congress Dec 16, 1774 the boston tea party Apr 18, 1775 british solders marchen the twae of lexington Apr 18, 1775 the rides of paul reviere and willian drew Apr 19, 1775 the battle of the lexingtunand the conord Jun 15, 1775 Geroge washington became commander of chief Jan 15, 1776 Thomas paine's "common sence" publish Jun 28, 1776 British defence of Fort Moultrie, SC Jul 4, 1776 declaration of independence adopted Aug 2, 1776 declaration of independence sighed Sep 16, 1776 British win the Battle of Harlem Heights