American History Timeline~ 1700-1800

By roserebecer

  • First Great Awakening

    First Great Awakening
    First major religious movement that encouraged people to pursue individualism. excuse the Jan 1 part for the timeline

  • Pontiac's War

    Pontiac's War
    Chief Pontiac led some American Indian tribes to fight against the British.

  • Boston Tea Party

    Boston Tea Party
    Settlers stopped the English ships from unloading their cargo. They also dressed as American Indians and dumped tea into the harbor.

  • First Continental Congress Meets

    First Continental Congress Meets
    There were 56 delegates, excluding Georgia, that met together in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

  • American Revolution

    American Revolution
    After the First Great Awakening, America had the drive to question authority. America fought for its independence from England.

  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence
    When America finally became its own nation.

  • Second Great Awakening

    Second Great Awakening
    Protestant Revival, led to social reform. Had many mass "camp" gatherings and focused on emotional appeals.