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The Quartering Act
The Quartering Act allowed royal governors to find buildings to house British troops. This further enraged the American colonists because it took away their authority against the British. -
The Stamp Act
The Stamp Act had a major effect on the American Revolution. One reason being it was a prime example of taxation without representation. The American colonists exasperation was conveyed with violence and protests. -
The Townshend Acts
The Townshend Acts was the cause of a lot of controversy. The American colonists revenue was being used to pay colonial governors, judges, etc. This was the start of the American colonists boycotting British goods. -
The Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was a significant turning point for the American Revolution. It led the Governer to evacuating the occupying army from Boston. This was when the American colonists fight for American independence really kicked off. -
The Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea party was the first act of defiance by the American colonists. Thus, causing a great amount of tension between the British and colonists. -
The Intolerable Acts
The Intolerable Acts was a series of four acts passed by the British Parliament that allowed troops to live in American colonists houses during the war. These acts were passed in order to punish the colonists for the Boston Tea Party. -
Lexington and Concord
Lexington and Concord was the kick off event of the American Revolution. It was the first battle and was won by the Americans. This win made many Americans step up and join the fight. -
Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown was the last major battle of the American Revolution. This was the moment the colonies gained their independence. Also, Washington's reputation as a leader gained positivity. -
British Attack on coastal towns
Due to the actions taken by the American colonists, the British burned down their towns. They destroyed the major imports of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and New Hampshire. -
Siege of Boston
This one year long event was filled with American colonies effectively taking British troops from Boston. -
Capture of Fort Ticonderoga
The Capture of Fort Ticonderoga was the first offensive victory for American forces in the Revolutionary War. -
Battle of Bunkerhill
The Battle of Bunker Hill was an important battle. Although the Patriots faced defeat, they proved that they could hold their own against the British. -
Battle of Long Island
The Battle of Long Island was the first battle after the Declaration of Independence had been signed. The Patriots faced defeat against the British Army. -
Battle of Trenton
Washington's army crossed the Delaware River on Christmas day. Their victory showed the control the American colonies. -
Battle of Monmouth
The Battle of Monmouth was a victory for the Patriots due to the fact that they occupied the battlefield after the British left. This battle strengthened Washington's position as a leader.