Founding Fathers

  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party is important, because it was one of the key events that had led to the American Revolutionary War and, ultimately, American independence.
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    They were important during the colonial period because the battles showed that the colonist were willing to fight for there rights and independence.
  • The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    It explains the reasons for the colonists seeking independence, and officially establishing the United States as a nation.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    The importance is that the army emerged from the winter more unified, disciplined, and capable of fighting as a professional force. This improved the state of the army was critical for future victories
  • The Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    The Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    The importance of this during that time is that it is the first attempt of national unity. The articles represented the first serious attempt to create a unified nation out of the former colonies.
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown

    It was important, because of the Independence the battle of Yorktown was a turning point that kept American independence.
  • The Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution is Ratified

    A compromise was reached by Massachusetts, and other states would agree to ratify the document with the assurance that amendments would be immediately proposed.
  • Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    It was important during the colonial period, because of the symbolic transition. The inauguration represented a shift from the colonial period to a new era to self-governance under a constitutional republic.
  • Washington’s Farewell Address

    Washington’s Farewell Address

    The importance is that this address stressed the importance of national unity and warned against the dangers of political factions, and sectionalism, which could undermine the young republic.
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington

    George Washington’s death was important during the Colonial Period because his death was looked at as the loss of the nation's most revered leader. It also triggered a period of mourning and reflection.
  • Election Day, 1800

    Election Day, 1800

    It was important during that time because it was the first peaceful transfer of power, with the transfer of power occurring without violence or major description.
  • Marbury vs. Madison

    Marbury vs. Madison

    The impact of the decision established the principle of the judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to assess of the laws passed by congress.