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This was one of the first engagements of the American Revolutionary War. The British forces had come to seize military supplies when they encountered colonial militia and minutemen. -
The Boston Tea Party is one of the many memorable political events in history. The British had been taxing them without representation in parliament, and one of these taxes was placed on tea. Out of spite, Americans protested against the British and dumped whole chests of tea into the sea. -
The declaration was officially signed on this date, however it was adopted by congress on July 4th— now known as Independence Day— of the same year. -
The Winter at Valley Forge was harsh and grueling, where approximately 11,000 soldiers met shortages of food, clothing, and shelter until 1778. -
It was finally approved and ratified by Maryland on this date, putting the articles into full effect. -
This was the final battle of the American Revolutionary War. A combination of American and French forces lead by George Washington and Comte de Rochambeau besieged and forced the surrender of the British troops. -
New Hampshire was the ninth state to approve of the Constitution, which meant that it could fully take effect. -
This was when George Washington was sworn in as the first president of the United States. His inauguration took place within Federal Hall, NY. -
When elected as President, many people had hoped that George Washington would serve the country until he died. However, this was not the case, and he retired from his position towards the end of his second term. He wrote the “Farewell Address”, where he noted the importance of national unity. -
George Washington died on this date due to epiglottitis. -
This was the election between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson ended up being elected, making him the third president of the United States. -
This legal case ended up establishing judicial review, stating that that American courts are able to strike out laws and statutes that they deem a violation of the United States constitution.