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One late night on the date of April 18 1775 Paul Revere, with 2 others set out on a trek to warn the massachusettes colonists that the british troops were marching from Boston to take hold of arms and ammunition kept in Concord. Paul and the others sucsessfully alerted the militia and the other patriots, giving them time to properly prepare for the britishes arrival.His "ride" was immortalized in the poem "Paul Reveres Ride" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, making it a symbol of stength for the US -
The battle of lexington and Concord took place on April 19 1775 and it was the start of the American Revolutionary war. British soilders were coming from Boston to Concord to take their resources but Concord found out thanks to Paul Revere and that gave them time to prepare for the battle ahead of them. The British troops were first met by local militia in Lexington, shots were fired ending in death of the locals, then the British troops proceded to Concord and met stronger resistence. -
Early in the American Revolutionary War the British sought to control Boston by occupying the surrounding Hills. Colonial forces, however, fortified Bunker Hill and Breeds Hill on the Charlestown Peninsula. On June 17th, 1775, British forces attacked attempting to dislodge the colonists.The colonists, low on ammunition, were ordered to hold their fire until they could“see the whites of their eyes.” They inflicted heavy casualties on the British until the British finally gained control of the hil -
The battles of Philadelphia started on October 20, 1863 and lasted until June 28, 1778. The British under General William Howe, aimed to take Philadelphia, Key battles include the Battle of Brandywine, where the British maneuvered and defeated Washington and his army, another is the battle of Paoli a surprise attack that further weakened American forces.Following the wins the British successfully took Philadelphia however that did not stop Washington's Army which continued to harass the British -
The Declaration of Independence was declared by Thomas Jefferson in order for the American colonies to be separated from Britain, driven by rising tensions and influenced by Enlightenment ideals, it asserted natural rights listed grievances against King George III. It marked a turning point transforming rebellion into a fight for self independence -
“The American crisis” by Thomas Paine was a series of pamphlets published during the American Revolutionary War Pains writing aim to inspire and encourage the American people to fight for independence he used powerful language to Rally support boost morale and articulate the principles of Liberties and self-governance these writings played a crucial role in shaping public opinion and galvanizing the Revolutionary cause. -
December 25th 1776 during the American Revolutionary War General George Washington led the Continental Army across the icy Delaware River.This daring surprise attack aimed to catch the Hessian forces off guard in Trenton, New Jersey. Despite hard weather conditions the crossing was successful leading to a crucial victory for the Americans. This boosted morale and helped turn the tide of the war. -
The Battle of Trenton, an important moment in the American Revolutionary War occurred on December 26th 1776. General Washington led his troops across the icy Delaware River to surprise and defeat the Hessian soldiers. This victory boosted American morale and revitalized the continental army's fight for independence -
The battles of Saratoga were a turning part in the American Revolutionary War fought in September and October of 1777 the battles were a series of fights between the American Continental Army and the British army the American victory was crucial because it convinced France to formally recognize and support the American car providing much needed military and financial support this significantly boosted Americans chances of winning the war -
The winter at Valley Forge was a harsh and challenging period for the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, the army led by General Washington endured conditions such as freezing temperatures, lack of food and supplies and disease and much more.Despite these hardships the Army used this time to train and reorganize becoming a more disciplined and effective fighting force. The winter at Valley Forge is remembered as a testament to the resilience of the American soldiers. -
The Battle of Yorktown fought in 1781 with a pivotal moment in the American Revolutionary War it involved a combined force of American and French troops against the British Army and the American army was led by George Washington and the French under Comte de Rochambeau, many weeks of an intense fighting General Charles Cornwallis surrendered his entire Army.This decisive victory for the Americans and French allies affectedly ended major combat operations in the war Paving away for peace. -
The Treaty of Paris was signed on September 3rd 1783 officially ending the American Revolutionary War. This treaty was a pivotal moment in recognizing the United States as an independent nation. Great Britain acknowledged American sovereignty over a fast territory stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River and from the Great Lakes to Florida The treaty marked the end of the British colonial rule at the beginning of the United States Journey as a Sovereign Nation