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  • Paul Revere’s Ride

    Paul Revere’s Ride

    Paul revere ride is known for his midnight ride warning mission to warn the american colonists about the arrival of British troops before the battles of Lexington and Concord on April 18th- 19th in 1775.
  • The Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill was a battle from June 17th 1775 and This battle was between Britain and its colonies and the colonies began to mobilize for war. this battle lasted around 2 hours and in the end the British took the victory but it was a sobering experience for the British losing twice as many casualties as the Americans. this event was important for the American revolution because it proved they can stand against the powerful British army.
  • Creation of the Declaration of Independence

    Creation of the Declaration of Independence

    The declaration of independence was created in june 1776 by a committee including John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert Livingston, and Roger Sherman. Then Thomas Jefferson drafted the declaration of independence, which was then later adopted in July 4 1776. declaring American independence from great Britain. This was significant to the american revolution because it declared that the colonies were separated from Great Britain and had their freedom.
  • Thomas Paine’s writing of “The American Crisis”

    Thomas Paine’s writing of “The American Crisis”

    Thomas Paine wrote the "The american Crisis" in December 19th 1776 This series was to inspire and uplift the demoralized Continental army and the American public. and his powerful and persuasive writing was significant to the american revolution. lighting up their commitment for independence urging them to fight for their freedom and persevere hardship.
  • Crossing of the Delaware River

    Crossing of the Delaware River

    on the night of December 25 1776 George Washington led the Continental army across the Delaware river to surprise attract the hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey. this was significant to the american revolution because it helped them regain momentum in the revolutionary war.
  • Battle of Trenton

    Battle of Trenton

    The Battle of Trenton took place on December 26 1776 after George washington and his continental army crossed the Delaware river to launch a surprise attack on the hessian soldiers in trenton, New Jersey. the americans achieved victory capturing supplies and prisoners. which was significant to the revolutionary army because it boosted there morale and helped them regain momentum in the war.
  • Battles of Saratoga

    Battles of Saratoga

    The Battle of Saratoga fought on September 19th throughout October 7th 1777 was a turning point for the american revolution because the american won and it convinced France's support, providing crucial military and financial support. boosting the confidence of the american.
  • The Battle of Philadelphia

    The Battle of Philadelphia

    The Battle of Philadelphia occurred on September 26 1777 during the american revolutionary war British forces successfully occupied philadelphia after defeating the continental army. leading to their control of philadelphia. and this was significant because it led to British occupation of a major American city this also forced the continental army to improve and adapt.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    The winter at valley forge was when in December 19 1777 the continental army led by general George Washington, encamped at George valley in Pennsylvania facing extreme conditions from hunger,cold and lack of supplies. despite the suffering and the training provided by baron von steuben. this was important for the american revolution because by the time they left in June of 1778 their army transformed into a more disciplined force allowing them to be able to confront the british.
  • Battle of Yorktown

    Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown was fought from September 28th to october 19th in 1781. this battle was a decisive victory for the american continental army and their French allies against the British army. it effectively ended the american revolutionary war. later leading to negotiations and the recognition of the american independence.
  • Treaty of Paris

    Treaty of Paris

    The treaty of Paris on September 3 1783, officially ended the american revolutionary war. in this treaty great Britain recognized the independence of the United States and let it defined its borders and resolved any issues regarding debts, property and this was significant to the american revolution because it marked the end of the rule of great Britain and finally allowed the United States to be independent.
  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battle of Lexington and Concord fought Between The British army and the Massachusetts colonial militia on April 19th 1775, marking the start of the american revolutionary war. and it resulted in outcomes that fueled the american revolution. and showing colonists that they can stand their ground boosting the morale of the Americans. This also led to the second continental Congress and eventually the declaration of independence.