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Battles of Lexington and Concord
Captain John Parker and Major John Pitcairn led U.S and British forces into battle, which started the Revolutionary war through the "shot heard around the world". The Americans were forced to retreat from Lexington and the British went to Concord where they were defeated by the American forces (1175-83). -
Paul Revere's Ride
Paul Revere was instructed by the Sons of liberty ride to Lexington to warn Samual Adams and John Hancock British troops were coming to arrest them. /on his way he stopped at each house to sound off the alarm. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
The British defeated the Americans at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the early years of the Revolutionary War. However, the American forces inflicted significant casualties agains the British, which gave them a large confidence boost. -
The Declaration of Independence
John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, Robert R. Livingston, and Roger Sherman came together to find a way to become independent from Great Britain. The solution was the Declaration of Independence, which created independence for Americans. -
Washington's Crossing of the Delaware
George Washington crossed the Delaware River for a surprise attack against German forces in Trenton, New Jersey. Washington won the war, captured 1,000 prisoners, and wounded 6 men and killed many people. -
Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga included two battles, 18 days apart, in which the Continental Army won. The first battle happened of the Freeman's farm and a huge turning point during the Revolutionary War. -
Valley Forge
Valley Forge was a place where the continental army truly suffered, but despite their hardships they continued on strong. This was a hard year, but it represents sacrifice. -
Battle of Yorktown
The battle of Yorktown was the end of the Revolutionary War. Americans and French joined forces to go up against Britain.