Middle Stages Timeline

By MaxwellG

  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    This was the first battle of the Revolutionary War, and proved that this wasn’t just an ordinary rebellion.
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  • Meeting of the Second Continental Congress

    This event established George Washington as their leader, and united the colonies together to help in the war.

  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    This event, although a loss for the patriots, proved the Americans could stand their ground against the British Army.

  • Failed Seizure of Quebec under Benedict Arnold

    The colonists attempted to capture Quebec, but failed terribly.

  • Common Sense Published

    This rallied up other colonists, as any American who read the article quickly realized he was right and they needed and deserved independence.

  • Adoption of the Declaration of Independence

    This drafted the statement that the Americans declared themselves as free and independent.

  • Battle of Trenton

    The Continental Army had a victory after many fails, uniting them even further and closing in on their goal of independence.

  • Battle of Saratoga

    This was a massive American victory, which lead to France allying with them and supporting them in the war,

  • Paoli Massacre

    The Paoli Massacre was a surprise attack by the British in which the colonists lost several soldiers and many were left wounded or imprisoned.

  • Washington’s Encampment at Valley Forge

    Valley Forge was a nightmare of a place. It was winter, hence extremely cold. They lacked basic supplies like clothing, shoes, and food. This however did strengthen them to survive in such harsh conditions, even if many were lost.