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French and Indian war
The french and the British were fighting over control of the Ohio River Valley. The war lasted 9 years, and cost the British a lot of money. The British Won, But were in a significant debt in order to pay off the debt, they start taxing colonist, speaking the first dispute between colonies and he crown -
Stamp act
The Stamp Act of 1765 was a british law that taxed printed materials in the American colonies, including newspapers and legal documents. it aimed to raise revunue for britian, but colonist opposed it, citing protest against the act fueled resistance to British rule and helped lead to its repeal in 1755 contributing to growing tension that eventually sparked the American Revulotion -
Quatering act
The Quartering Act of 1765 required american colonies to provide housing and supplies for british soldiers stationed there. colonist opposed the law seeing it as an infringement on their rights and a tool of British control this added to growing tensions that led to the American Revolution. -
Boston Massacre
The Boston Massacre took place March 5 1770, When British soldiers shot into a crowd of protesting colonist, killing five, including Crispus Attucks. The incident escalated tensions between colonies and Britian, Fueling anti-British sentiment and calls for independence. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The Battle of Bunker Hill, fought on June 17, 1775, was an early major battle in the American Revolutionary War. Most fighting occurred on Breeds Hill, where colonial forces, through ultimately defeated, inflected heavy casualties on the British army. This boosted colonial morale and showed that the conflict would be intense and prolonged. -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of independence, adopted on July 4, 1776, Announced the thirteen American colonies separation from the British rule. Drafted By Thomas Jefferson, It outlined grievances against King George III and affirmed the principles of individual rights and equality. The document marked the official start of the American Revolution and symbolizes freedom and democracy. -
Valley Forge
Valley Forge was the Continental Army´s winter camp in 1777-1778, where they faced harsh conditions but emerged stronger after receiving crucial training, helping to turn to the tide of the American Revolution.