american revolution By jordan haddock Mar 22, 1765 stamp act was passed Sep 1, 1774 First Continential Congress Apr 1, 1775 Fighting finally erupted between colonists and the British army Jul 4, 1776 Approved Declaration Of Independence Oct 19, 1781 Battle Of Yorktown Ended. Nov 21, 1783 Treaty of Paris recognized the independence of the American colonies. Nov 1, 1787 The delegates decided to plan for an entirely new government. Nov 21, 1791 Bill Of RIghts Passed.
