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The Boston Tea Party was on December 16, 1773. It was a raid that took place in the Boston Harbor. American colonists dumped loads of tea into the harbor. It was important because it was a protest that led to the American Revolutionary War and also the American independence. -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord- The battles of Lexington and Concord fought on April 19, 1775. It was the first military engagement of the American Revolutionary War. British troops were sent to seize military supplies in concord. There was a clash with the militiamen in Lexington. Then they were faced with further resistance in concord including the North Bridge. It was important because it marked the start of the American Revolutionary War. -
The Declaration of Independence was adopted by continental congress on July 4, 1776 but the official signing by the delegates was on August 2, 1776 at the Pennsylvania State House in Philadelphia. It was important because it declared that the thirteen American colonies free and independent states breaking them from the British rule. It also helped the United States seek recognition and alliances with foreign powers. -
The Winter at Valley Forge was a difficult period during the American Revolutionary War where the continental army which was led by George Washington. This led to a harsh winter And had the army camping out from December 19, 1777 and ended on June 19, 1778. It was important because it marked a turning point in the American Revolutionary War, making the continental army more unified and a disciplined force. -
The Articles of Confederation were ratified on March 1, 1781. It marked the formal establishment of the first constitution of the United States. The ratification led to four years of debate and arguments before it was fully established/ ratified. The articles led to weak government with limited powers. The Articles of Confederation being Ratified was important because it established the first national government and the United States became independent. -
The Battle of Yorktown was the final major land battle of the American Revolutionary War that took place on Sept. 28 and ended on Oct. 19, 1781 . Washington’s forces defeated Lord Charles Cornwallis’ army dug in at Yorktown Virginia.The importance of The Battle of Yorktown was the last recognized large conflict in the revolutionary war and was the first step King George took in acknowledging the thirteen states independence -
The United States constitution was ratified on June 21, 1788 after New Hampshire became the ninth state to approve it. The ratification of the United States constitution was important because it helped build a stronger and new federal government. It got rid of the weak articles of confederation and helped create a more unified nation. -
The inauguration of George Washington was held in New York City on April 30, 1789. He was sworn in as the first ever president of the United States of America. The oath of office was administered by Robert R. Livingston. This event was important because it marked the beginning of the executive branch under the newly established United States constitution. It was the first ever where a president had responsibilities of the whole nation. -
Washington’s Farewell Address was a letter written by George Washington for the people not just for congress on September 19, 1796, Washington’s book was important because it was written to to say the the president can only have 2 terms and there was warnings against political factions and foreign entanglements. -
The Death of George Washington happened on December 14, 1799 and his death was caused by a severe respiratory infection in his throat called Epiglottitis. His death was important because it marked the end of the presidency of the first president of the United States. -
During my the 1800s states could choose its own day to elect their electors. Before Election Day on December 3, 1800 all of the people that elected by their states come together and voted by ballet. It was important because Tomas Jefferson defeated the. Federalist Party. -
Marbury vs. Madison is a landmark Supreme Court case. The Supreme Court had the arguments on February 11, 1803 but they made a decision on February 24, 1803. It was important because It established a principle of judicial review and the power for federal courts to declare unconstitutional.