Founding Fathers Timeline

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  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party occurred in the Boston Harbor. Colonists protested by deciding to dump tea into the harbor.
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first two battles that started the American Revolutionary War.
  • The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence is Signed

    The Declaration of Independence was a signed document by 56 members that declared the US's independence from Great Britain.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    Was the worst winter during the war due to the weather, and the shortage of supplies.
  • Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    On this day the Articles of Confederation became the rough draft of government
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown was a key battle that helped lead the U.S. to win the war later.
  • Constitution is Ratified

    Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution was ratified, which is when it became the official law of the government.
  • Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    George Washington was inaugurated and was held in New York City. The inauguration was attended by thousands.
  • Washington’s Farewell Address

    Washington’s Farewell Address

    Washington planned on going a third term, but it did not happen.
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington

    George Washington died due to epiglottitis, which is an infection of the throat.
  • Election Day, 1800

    Election Day, 1800

    Thomas Jefferson won the election against John Adams
  • Marbury vs Madison

    Marbury vs Madison

    Marbury vs Madison was a court case that saw the U.S. Supreme Court declare an act of Congress unconstitutional.