U.S Timeline By ainsley.mcclure May 14, 1607 The Engilsh build a settlement in Jamestown, Virginia. Jul 22, 1620 Carrying English pilgrims, the Mayflower arrives in what is now Massachusetts. Jul 19, 1733 The British have 13 American colonies. May 28, 1754 The French and Indian War. French and Indian war vedio Dec 16, 1773 The Boston Tea Party, angry colonists dressed as Indians dump English tea into Boston Harbor. Apr 19, 1775 -1783 American Revolution. Jul 4, 1776 The 13 colonies sign the Declaration of Independence. Sep 17, 1787 The U.S Constitution written. Apr 30, 1789 George Washington becomes the first president of the United States of America. Apr 23, 1861 Civil War breaks out.