Founding Fathers

By laellaavincent
  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    American colonists were very irritated that The British were taxing without representation. So in return they poured 342 chests of tea into the ocean.
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Marked the start of the American war of independence. Americans won.
  • The Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution is Ratified

    The Declaration of Independence was officially signed. This declared American colonists free from Great Britain.
  • The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence was signed to show men are all created equal.
  • The Winter of Valley Forge

    The Winter of Valley Forge

    Winter encampment in the winter during the Revolutionary War.
  • Article of Confederation are Ratified

    Article of Confederation are Ratified

    The Article of Confederation was signed by all 13 states making it ratified.
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown

    Cornwallis surrendered the War of Independence in the field of Yorktown.
  • Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    George Washington took the oath as the first president.
  • Washington's Farewell Address

    Washington's Farewell Address

    Washington was giving advice to his citizens. He was also warning them of the dangers that could and will come.
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington

    George Washington passed away by losing 40% of his blood. George Washington said many memorable quotes on his deathbed.
  • Election Day, 1800

    Election Day, 1800

    Thomas Jefferson won the election kicking John Adams out of office. This was known as the most peaceful presidential election.
  • Marbury vs. Madison

    Marbury vs. Madison

    Established the doctrine of judicial review.