Timeline of the Revolution

By EdwardG
  • Declaration of Independance

    Declaration of Independance
    Declaration of Independance was a turning point in the American Revolution because it was a written document that announced 13 colonies as newly independent states. Now formed the new nation- the United States of American, this meaning it leads to resolution.
  • Battle of Brooklyn

    Battle of Brooklyn
    The Battle of Brooklyn was a turning point in the American Revolution because it lead to a change in momentum because it was the beggining campaign for the British. It gave British control of the stratigically placed New York City.
  • Battle of Trenton

    Battle of Trenton
    The battle of Trenton was a turning point in the American Revolution because after a brief battle on December 26, nearly the entire force was captured with negotiable loses to the Americans. This then shows a change in momentum.
  • Philidelphia Campaign

    Philidelphia Campaign
    The Philidelphia Campaign was a turning point in American Revolution because it changed priorites for both the british and the colonists. Was a change of nature by forcing them to focus on more important things.
  • Battle of Saratoga

    Battle of Saratoga
    The Battle of Saratoga was a turning point in the American Revolution because it was a change in momentum because the Americans had 3 times larger of an army size. It also reinvigerated the army and allowed the French to enter the war against Dritan and provited supplies.
  • Battle of Valley Forge

    Battle of Valley Forge
    The battle of Valley Forge was a turning point in the American Revoution because it led General Gates to win the battle of Saratoga
  • Battle of Camden

    Battle of Camden
    The battle of Camden was a turning point in the American Revolution because it ensured the British hold on SC for the time being, this then meaning that this was a change in momentum.
  • Battle of King's Mountain

    Battle of King's Mountain
    The battle of Kings Mt. was a turning point in the American Revolution because it demonstrated lethal markmenship against surrounding Octber 7, 1780, first series of set backs that lead to the collapse of the British, this then meaning that this leads to resolution.
  • Battle of Yorktown

    Battle of Yorktown
    The Battle of Yorktown was a turning point in the American Revolution because it lead to surrender and capture of Lord Cornwall meaning it was a change of nature. The British then seeking peace by proposing the Treaty of Paris.