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In 1688, The glorious revolution resulted in a bill of rights that affirmed Parliaments right to make laws.
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In 1765, Parliament imposed the stamp act on the colonies. This made it so certain government papers, such as newspapers, had to have a special stamp on it stating that tax was paid to Britain. This act was reversed only a year later.
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In 1766, a year later the Stamp Act was repealed, but the lasting effects still show.
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In 1774, The first continental congress was held in Philadelphia.
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On July 4th 1776, the colonies declared independence from the British colonies. This started the American Revolution.
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In 1781, the British ended the war after General Cornwallis was forced to surrender.
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In 1783, The Treaty of Paris recognized the independence of the American colonies.
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In 1787, delegates met in Philadelphia at the constitutional convention to revise the Articles of confederation.
