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The Boston Massacre
British soldiers in Boston fire at a mob of colonists, killing five of them. This became known as the Boston Massacre. -
The Boston Tea Party
A group of angry colonists stage a protest known as the Boston Tea Party. -
The First Continental Congress
Representatives from the colonies meet at the first Continental Congress. -
The Revolution Begins
Fighting starts when British troops on their way to Lexington and Concord exchange shots with Colonial militias. -
America Declares Independence
American leaders sign the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. -
"Common Sense"
Thomas Paine publishes "Common Sense", which offers many arguments for Independence. -
The Battle At Trenton
After crossing the Delaware on Christmas Day, George Washington and his American troops took the Hessians by surprise, leading to an American victory at Trenton, which boosted the morale of the troops. -
The Battle of Saratoga
An American victory at Saratoga turns the tide of the war. -
A Hard Winter
George Washington moves the Continental Army to Valley Forge, where the troops suffer a long and hard winter. -
Surrender At Yorktown
American and French forces surround British troops at Yorktown. Backed into a corner, the British surrender. -
Allies
France and America form an alliance. -
The Making of the Constitution
Delegates from the States meet to write a constitution.