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American Revolution
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French and Indian War
The French and Inidan War was the last and the most important of four North America wars. Territorial rivalries between Brtain and France had become stronger as the two countries settlements expanded. The war began in the struggle of control of the Ohio Valley. -
Proclamation of 1763
After Britain won the Seven Years' War and gained land in North America, it issued the roclamation of 1763. This made sure that American colonist didn't settle west of the Appalachians. -
The Stamp Act
The Stamp Act was a law introduced by the British prime minister George Greenville. The purpose of the Stamp Act was to pay for some of the costs ofo the French and Indian War. This was to be the direct tax on the American colonies. -
The Boston Massacre
This was the result of tension sbetween British officers and and protestors. The british officers shot and killed five male civilians. This was known as " The Shot Heard Round The World" -
The Boston Tea Party
The bcolonist were very angry about the taxes in the colonies. A group of colonist called The Sons of Liberty threatened the tax collectors that something bad was going to happen. A ship carrying British tea was taken over and the tea was dumped into the harbor. -
Second Continental Congress Meets For The First Time
The Second Coninental Congress met because teh British government ignored the First Conintntal Congress. They also wanted to unite the colnies and prepare for war. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle of Bunker Hill was one of the most important battles of the American Revolution. The British gained the hill under the command of Geberal Howe. The British won the battle -
The Ride of Paul Revere
The famous ride is by far one of the most important events of the American Revolution. Paul Revere rode at midnight to warn the poeple that the Nritish were coming. -
Declaration of Independance is signed
The Declaration of Independance was a document which stated that teh thirteen colonies were breaking away from Britain. The Declaration stated that the colonies were free. -
Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown was the last major battle in the American Revolution. General Cornwallis was defeated and forced to surrender. The Americans won the battle under the command of George Washington. -
Treaty of Paris is signed
The Treaty of Paris ended the war between Great Britain and teh United States. It reconized independance and esablished borders for the new nation. -
The British leave New York City
The British military left New York City. Thsi officially put an end to the war an d let the citizens live a new life in the new free nation. -
George Washington leaves the military
Washington left the military after the British left New York City. Washington lead the military with great pride and dignity. Without Washington the colonies might not of won teh American Revolution. -
Replacement of The Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation were replaced. One reason they were replaced was because they were too weak. This would lead to an unstble government.
