Road to Independence

  • Paul Revere's Ride

    Paul Revere's ride was race to concord to warn patriots that they needed to prepare. They needed to prepare because the British troops were coming to attack.
  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first battles of the American revolution.
  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill was a battle in which the American troops were very out numbered. Because of them being out numbered they lost this battle.
  • The Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration of Independence explained that the thirteen colonies were no longer under the British rule. The Declaration of Independence was the first step towards forming the United States of America.
  • Washington's Crossing of the Delaware

    Washington's Crossing of the Delaware was the first step of a surprise attack. Washington lead some Continental troops across the Delaware river.
  • Battle of Saratoga

    The Battles of Saratoga was the turning point for the American troops in the revolution. There were two battles that were 18 days apart.
  • Valley Forge

    Valley Forge is where Washington and his troops stayed during the winter. Many soldiers died from the harsh cold weather and the very bad conditions.
  • Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown was the most important and also the last battle in the revolutionary war. During this battle the British troops surrendered which meant the American troops had won the war.