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DEC 16, 1773 The Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was a major protest against taxation and the tyranny of King George III, where heavily taxed tea was seized and thrown into the Boston Harbor -
APR 19, 1775 The Battles of Lexington and Concord
As Redcoats marched into Lexington and Concord to seize weapons incase of rebellions, they were met with resistance, sparking the first battle of the Revolutionary War -
AUG 2, 1776 The Declaration of Independence is Signed
The Declaration of Independence was the culmination of the Revolutionary War, and influences American philosophical thought and ideals to this day. -
DEC 19, 1777 The Winter at Valley Forge
Washington did not publicly deliver this address, so it was first public via publication in the Philadelphia Daily American Advertiser. -
MAR 1, 1781 Articles of Confederation are Ratified
The first constitution of the United States, with a goal to unify the former colonies and stay free of overreach and corruption. -
JUN 21, 1788 The Constitution is Ratified
The Constitution is the foundation for all of modern American government. Its ratification has major influence on all politics after it, and the mindset of American citizens. -
APR 30, 1789 Presidential Inauguration of George Washington
On the balcony of the Federal Hall in New York City, President Washington was officially inaugurated as the first President of the United States -
SEP 19, 1796 Washington's Farewell Address
Washington did not publicly deliver this address, so it was first public via publication in the Philadelphia Daily American Advertiser. -
DEC 14, 1799 The Death of George Washington
George Washington was a general and later a commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War. His leadership abilities led to him becoming the first President of the United States and set precedent for all future presidents -
DEC 3, 1800 The Election of 1800
The election of 1800, spanning from October 31st to December 3rd, was the first instance of a peaceful transfer of power between parties at the national level -
FEB 25, 1803 Marbury vs. Madison
Marbury vs. Madison was the first court case where an act of Congress was struck down and declared unconstitutional.