Revolutionary War

Revolutionary War Timeline

Period: Oct 11, 1774 to Nov 12, 1783

Revolutionary War

Oct 12, 1774

First Continental Congress met because they were greatly troubled about the relationship with Grest Britain and there United States colonies.

War Begins

Aug 8, 1775

War begins with the fighting at Lexington and Concord.

Declaration Declared

Jul 4, 1776

Colonies issue independence to break away from Great Britain.

Allies Join

Nov 20, 1778

France allies join America to fight against Great Britain.

Spain Declares War

Aug 18, 1779

Spain declares war against Great Britain.

British Surrender

Mar 8, 1781

British surrender to George Washington in the battle of Yorktown.

Treaty of Paris

Nov 19, 1783

Treaty of Paris was made to end the war. Also it was signed and ended the war.