American Revolution By destiny.hebrard Jan 25, 1764 Sugar Act Jan 25, 1765 Stamp Act Jan 25, 1770 Boston Massacre Jan 25, 1773 Boston Tea Party Jan 25, 1775 The Battle of Lexington Jan 25, 1776 Declaration Of Independence Government's job is to protect our natural rights. People have the right to abolish that government if it does not protect Popular Sovereignty, the people have the power Sep 19, 1777 Battle of saratoga Oct 19, 1781 British Surrender At Yorktown, Virginia May 14, 1787 Constitutional Convention Jun 21, 1788 Ratification Of The US Constitution