Middle Stages Timeline

By abbypuhalla

  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    They marked the outbreak of armed conflict between Great Britain and its thirteen colonies

  • Meeting of The Second Continental Congress

    A meeting of the delegates from the Thirteen Colonies in America which united in the American Revolutionary War.

  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    Fought during the Seige of Boston in the early stages the American Revolutionary War. The British planned to send troops from Boston to take over surrounding areas.

  • Failed Seizure of Quebec under Benedict Arnold

    Forces under Benedict Arnold attempted to capture Quebec.

  • Common Sense Published

    Helped get the American Revolution started, written by Thomas Paine.

  • Adoption of the Declaration of Independence

    Adopted by the Second Continental Congress, the first formal statement proclaiming their rights in America.

  • Battle of Trenton

    George Washington led the Continental Army against the troops stationed at Trenton

  • Battle of Saratoga

    The turning point of the American Revolution. France supported Americans against Britain.

  • Paoli Massacre (Battle of Paoli)

    British forces led a surprise attack on General Anthony Waynes encampment near the Paoli Tavern.

  • Washington's Encampment at Valley Forge

    Commander of the Continental Army George Washington, leads his troops into winter quarters at Valley Forge, Pennsylvania.