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Top 10 events of The American Independence

By cavin.alston
  • The French and Indian War

    The French and Indian War

    A very hard and heavy rivalry between France and Britain because of land results in a war.
  • Proclamation of 1763

    Proclamation of 1763

    Issued by King George, this document was developed in efforts to ameliorate relations and friendships with the Indians.
  • Boston Massacre

    Boston Massacre

    British soldiers open fire on colonists, causing more problems between the British and colonies.
  • Boston Tea Party

    Boston Tea Party

    Upset about the new tea taxes, American colonists dump crates of tea into the Boston Harbor.
  • The first and second Continental Congress

    The first and second Continental Congress

    Two groups from all the 13 colonies meet in Pennsylvania to talk about liberty and respond to new laws.
  • The Battles at Lexington and Concord

    The Battles at Lexington and Concord

    British troops march to Concord to take supplies, and on the way, pass Lexington to battle as well.
  • The Battle of Bunker Hill

    The Battle of Bunker Hill

    This two-day battle between Britain and the colonists resulted in a British win, but came at a very high cost.
  • Common Sense

    Common Sense

    Written by Thomas Paine, this pamphlet furthered the Revolutionary cause and showed both sides of it
  • The Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration of Independence

    Written by Thomas Jefferson, this document declared the 13 colonies' independence from Great Britain
  • The Battle of Saratoga

    The Battle of Saratoga

    This battle was a turning point in the war for the Americans because it secured French aid.