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Boston tea party
The boston tea party is a political protest. The first major act of defiance. -
the battles of Lexington and concord
Politically disastrous for the British, it persuaded many Americans to take up arms and support the cause of independence. -
the declaration of independence
document that was approved by the Continental Congress on July 4. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
The suffering troops were held together by loyalty to the Patriot cause and to General Washington, who stayed with his men. -
Article of Confederation are Ratified
The Articles created a loose confederation of sovereign states and a weak central government, leaving most of the power with the state governments. -
battle of Yorktown
It also cemented Washington's reputation as a great leader and eventual election as first president of the United States. -
the constitution is Ratified
It is important because they informed the public of the provisions of the proposed new government. -
presidential inauguration of George Washington
The executive branch of the United States government officially began operations under the new frame of government established by the 1787 Constitution. -
Washington farewell address
Washington exhorted Americans to set aside their violent likes and dislikes of foreign nations, lest they be controlled by their passions. -
death of George
It is important because he was the president of the united states. -
Marbury vs Madison
The unanimous opinion was written by Chief Justice John Marshall.