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The Years of The American Revolution
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Beginning of a Nation (1)
The signing of the Declaration of Independence was the most important event in the American Revolution because it makes the war official. This document signifies American independence and it shows that colonies’ fears of the Revolution have been overthrown. The document also clearly states the ideals of inalienable rights of life, liberty, and happiness for all men and the fact that the king has performed terrible crimes on the colonies. It is one of the most important documents in American hist -
A New Hope (4)
Before the battle of Trenton, the Continental Army was in great trouble. They were on shortages of everything - clothes, food, soldiers, and countless other things. Most of all was their morale. The Continental Army was at a spree of defeat by the British. Washington had to take action fast and successful. So on December 25, 1776, Washington’s army crossed the Delaware River and proceeded to attack the Hessian controlled city, Trenton. The Hessians were unaware of their invasion and caught by su -
Turn of The Tide (3)
The Battle of Saratoga was the third most important event in the American Revolution. First of all, it represents British ignorance through General Burgoyne’s poor road choice through the wilderness and his dreams of easily conquering the Continental Army. The American’s victory shows that the small, undisciplined colonies could defeat huge British armies. It also marked the point where France and Spain recognized the colonies’ strength and joined the fight. -
The End? (2)
The Treaty of Paris made Great Britain realize that America was an independent country, gave up all their land from the Atlantic Ocean the Mississippi River, and made America return the land taken away from the Loyalists during the war. The treaty officially made America (the 13 colonies) a separate nation, and broke all Britain’s control and ties on the United States. It symboled the success that the rebels had, and sparked many other nations to fight for their freedom and democracies. It marke
