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France and America sign treaties of alliance and commerce.
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Baron von Steuben of Prussia arrives in America in order to assist George Washington in the training of his army at Valley Forge. The end result is a seasoned, strong unit ready to take the war to the British.
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Henry Clinton replaces Howe as the Commander of the British forces in America.
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The Continental Army's headquarters is established at West Point, New York.
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Congress signs the Articles of Confederation.
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France declares war on the British and sends a fleet to America.
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The city of Savannah in Georgia is captured by the British after a British victory over American General Robert Howe.
