The American Revolution

By Ashci
  • Paul Revere's Ride

    Paul Revere's Ride

    April 18, 1775 Paul Revere's was riding in the night warning the colonists of British plans to seize supplies and arrest Patriot leaders. Joined by Dawes and Prescott, he alerted militias, helping spark the Battles of Lexington and Concord, The ride became a symbol of American independence.
  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Battles of Lexington and Concord

    April 19, 1775, Battle of Lexington and Concord marked the start of the revolutionary war, british troops aiming to seize colonial supplies fought with militiamen at Lexington then faced fierce resistance in Concord their retreat to Boston was met with ambushes resulting in heavy casualties and sparking the fight for independence.
  • Battle of Bunker Hill

    Battle of Bunker Hill

    June 17, 1775, the Battle of Bunker Hill was the first major battle of the American Revolution, on the Charlestown Peninsula. north of Boston. the battle was a tactical victory for the british, but a major emotional boost for the american colonists, proving that they could stand up to the superior british army.
  • Creation of the Declaration of Independence

    Creation of the Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration Of Independence was a formal statement by the second continental Congress on July 4, 1776. it was to announce that the 13 American colonies are no longer part of the British empire.
    the main author was Thomas Jefferson but other authors included John Adams and Benjamin Franklin. the declaration was important for several reasons.
    it announced to the world why the colonies were separating from British, which was crucial for gaining international support.
  • Thomas Paine’s writing of “The American Crisis”

    Thomas Paine’s writing of “The American Crisis”

    In December of 1776, Thomas Paine published the "the american crisis" and was significant as it sustain the American revolution during the most challenging periods of time.
  • Crossing of the Delaware River

    Crossing of the Delaware River

    Christmas night George Washington led the continental army across the icy Delaware river. the crossing of the Delaware was incredibly significant for the American revolution. the victory at Trenton proved to boost the American need that demonstrated that they could defeat the British and their allies.
  • Battle of Trention

    Battle of Trention

    December, 26, 1776
    Washington led the continental army in a surprise attack against Hessian forces in Trenton, New Jersey, after crossing the Delaware River. The Hessian were surprised by their attack and was defeated quickly on Christmas night.
    George Washington and Johann Rall were commanders. continental Amy, and the Hessian troops.
    American Victory.
    Turning points in the war, restoring morale and demonstrating Washington leadership. Captured supplies and encouraged enlistments.
  • Battle of Saratoga

    Battle of Saratoga

    September 19, 1777 and October 7, 1777 Crucial turning point in American Revolution. First battle was a slim British victory, but the second resulted in a final American win.
    Americans, led by Gen. Horatio Gates and Benedict Arnold defeated the British, commanded by Gen. John Burgoyne.
    Victory convinced France to recognize United States and provide needed military support.
    Boosted American morale and secured foreign assistance, proving central to the ultimate success of the American cause.
  • The Battle of Philadelphia

    The Battle of Philadelphia

    September and October 1777 British General Howe aimed to seize Philadelphia. His forces defeated the Americans at the Battle of Brandy wine, taking over the city.
    Washington led an failed counterattack at German town. Still, the British captured the American capital, the Continental Army, led by Washington, remained intact.
    Survival was serious, the campaign used British resources and failed to crush the American rebellion, ensuring the war continued despite the loss of Philadelphia.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    Stuck in Valley Forge because of the winter, the city became a place for the army to stay, having been pushed back Forge and were ready to fight back against the British, the Continental army didn't have changes and there was food shortage, but enough wood around to make some lodges for themselves. having gone through a lot of diseases and cold. Short on clothed and food was a problem to go around.
  • Battle of Yorktown

    Battle of Yorktown

    Yorktown battle become a three week siege fight against the british army. Americans side with two french allies fought the british together, one with the troops and the other in sea. Americans having the advantage because of the number of 19k Americans, compare to 9k british. British lost due to high numbers of americans troops.
  • Treaty of Paris

    Treaty of Paris

    A revolutionary war ceased to exist and the European groups and the Americans wrote that the war is no more. This was a treaty with the greatest powers on earth during that time.
    Signed on September 3, 1783, ending the American Revolution and recognizing the United States as a an independent nation.