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British attacked American forces at the western end of Long Island. It was important because it isolated New England from the other colonies. -
Continental army defeated the Hessian mercenaries and got a large supply of items. It was important because it boosted the morale of American troops. -
American militia successfully contained British troops within Boston. It was important because it prevented the British from moving lands. -
Britain placed a tax on all paper goods in the colonies. It was an important event because colonists were upset they were being taxed without representation in the British Parliament. "No taxation without representation." -
British Parliament passed taxes on goods such as tea, paper, and paint. Important because it caused the colonists to boycott the purchase of British goods. -
Arguments that led to a riot outside of the Customs House. It was important because some civilians were shot at which angered colonists. -
American colonists dumped 342 chests of tea imported by the British into the harbor. It was important because it helped with even more colonial support for the revolution. -
A series of laws were created by the Britsh to punish Boston for the Boston Tea Party. It was important because it caused more tension between the colonies and the British. -
A meeting of delegates from 12 of 13 British colonies to make important decisions. It was important as it started the rasing of the Continental army and made the declaration of independence. -
Colonists went against British authority and beat the red coats. It was important because it caused a long war to gain independence for the Americans. -
The first major defeat of the Americans by the British. Important as it caused the British to take control of Canada. -
A document that announced that the 13 colonies were separated from Great Britain. It was important because it started independence for the 13 colonies. -
A painting that showed Washington and his troops crossing Delaware. It was important because it showcased the unity of the states. -
The continental army under the command of Washington defeated a force of British troops near Princeton. It was significant as it gave Americans morale and confidence in Washington's capabilities. -
An attempt by the British for North America to gain military control of the Hudson River Valley. It was important as it was a huge American victory and secured the indepedence of the US. -
It is known as the "turning point" for America's independence. It was important because it ended the attempt of the British to control the Hudson River valley. -
Camps during the winter for the main body of the Continental Army. It was important because it helped to build unity between the troops and proved loyalty. -
A forced surrender of Americans to the British at Charleston. This caused the British to reconquer the southern states. -
A battle was fought between the British and Americans near the town of Cowpens, a win for the Americans. It was important because it weakened Britain's control over southern colonies. -
French allied with continental troops and defeated Cornwallis along with his troops. It was important as it ended the war, and gave America independence.