American Revolution

By emmaskebo

  • The Sugar Act

    The first British tax imposed on American colonies

  • The Stamp Act

    No taxation without representation

  • The Coercive Acts

    In response to the Boston tea party, the government decided to tame the rebellious colonists in Massachusetts.

  • The Declaration of Independence

    An act declaring independence from Great Britain

  • The Battle of Saratoga

    Colonists defeat Burgoynes British troops

  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Americans and French trap general Cornwallis's army at Yorktown, Virginia

  • The Treaty of Paris

    Ended the American revolution

  • Constitutional Convention

    Intended to amend the articles of confederation

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