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American Revolution

  • Stamp Act

    Stamp Act

    Act of Parliament that taxed the Colonies. Any printed materials had to be on stamped paper from London.
  • Boston Tea Party

    Boston Tea Party

    After the Tea Act undercut local tea merchants, people dressed as Native Americans and threw overboard a whole shipment of tea.
  • Paul Revere's Ride

    Paul Revere's Ride

    He took a midnight ride to warn about the approach of the British forces.
  • Lexington and Concord

    Lexington and Concord

    Was the first battle of the American Revolution.
  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration announced that the 13 Colonies were independent from Great Britain.
  • Articles of Confederation

    Articles of Confederation

    The Articles of Confederation were created.
  • Articles of Confederation

    Articles of Confederation

    The Articles of Confederation were ratified.
  • Gen. Cornwallis Surrenders at Yorktown

    Gen. Cornwallis Surrenders at Yorktown

    Was the last major battle. With the surrender, Britain wanted to end the conflict.
  • Constitution Adopted

    Constitution Adopted

    Created a Federal Government for the States/ Union.
  • Bill of Rights Adopted

    Bill of Rights Adopted

    The First Ten Amendments to the United States Constitution.