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French Indian war
France and Great Britin and were fighting in north America for control of the Ohio valley river. war lated 9 years and was incredibly expensive. Great Britain taxed the colinis to pay off the debt and this made the colinis mad. -
Stamp Act
The Stamp Act of 1765 was a pivotal law imposed by the British Parliament that required American colonists to pay a tax on printed materials, including newspapers, legal documents, and pamphlets. This legislation aimed to raise revenue for Britain after the costly French and Indian War but ignited widespread outrage among colonists, who argued it violated their rights as Englishmen since they had no representation in Parliament. -
Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre was one of the most brutal riots in history. it took place March 5th 1770 on King St in Boston. it started out as a street brawl between American colinis and British Army. There is many people who disagree on it and we truly will never know the real story but who they say is to blame is Hugh Montgomery and Matthew Kilroy. They were the ones who were found guilty. -
Battle of Lexington & Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord fought on April 19 1775 marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. British troops aimed to seize colonial military supplies in Concord but encountered local militias at Lexington where the shot heard round the world was fired. This brief skirmish sparked a larger confrontation as the British advanced to Concord, only to face fierce resistance from American patriots. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle of Bunker Hill, fought on June 17, 1775, during the early stages of the American Revolutionary War was a pivotal confrontation between British forces and colonial militiray. Though the battle took place mainly on Breeds Hill it marked a significant moment in the fight for independence. -
Declaration of Independence
The declaration of independence was founded on July 4th 1776 is a document of the United States, authored primarily by Thomas Jefferson. It proclaimed the colonies separation from British rule and articulated the principles of individual liberty and government by consent. The Declaration outlined grievances against King George III, emphasizing the colonists right to life liberty and the pursuit of happiness. -
Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga fought in September and October 1777 was a turning point in the American Revolutionary War. It consisted of two significant engagements in New York where American forces, led by General Horatio Gates and Benedict Arnold, decisively defeated the British army under General John Burgoyne. -
Valley Forge
Valley Forge located in Pennsylvania served as the winter encampment for the Continental Army during the harsh winter of 1777-1778 in the American Revolutionary War. Led by General George Washington, the troops faced severe cold, food shortages and disease yet this challenging period became a pivotal moment in forging resilience and unity among the soldiers. Training under Baron von Steuben improved their discipline and tactics transforming the army into a more effective fighting force. -
Treaty Of Paris
The Treaty of Paris signed on September 3 1783 it ended the American Revolutionary War and recognized the United States independence from Britain Negotiated by American diplomats Benjamin Franklin, John Jay, and John Adams, the treaty established generous boundaries for the new nation stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River and from Canada to Florida. In addition to recognizing American sovereignty the treaty addressedissues such as fishing rights and restoration of property.