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This was a direct tax from the British Parliament on all printed documents. Colonist were required to buy a stamp for everything they used paper for.
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British soldiers killed 5 civilians that were throwing stuff at them.
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700 British soldiers were given orders to capture military supplies in Concord. The American militia was able to defeat the British.
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This is a pamphlet written by Thomas Paine. It inspired Americans to fight for their Independence.
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The Declaration was an important document written by Thomas Jefferson. It explained why the colonies wanted independece from Britain
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The Battle of Trenton was the first major victory for the Continental Army. A group of soldiers led by George Washington crossed the Delaware River on Christmas eve to attack the Hessians