Founding fathers

By Ryan Justice

  • The Boston Tea Party

    First major act against the British ruling.

  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The first military fighting that starts the Revolutionary War.

  • Declaration is signed

    The United States of America broke away from England and became there own nation.

  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    A cold battle that was the turning point of the Revolutionary war with the Unites States the winning side.

  • The Articles of Confederation are Ratified

    The start point for our government.

  • Battle of Yorktown

    George Washington lead the troops to winning and ending the Revolutionary War in Yorktown.

  • The Constitution is ratified

    Created a stronger government.

  • Presidential Inauguration of George Washington

    George became the first President.

  • Washington’s Farewell Address

    George Washington departing from being president.

  • The Death of George Washington

    Triggered a period of mourning and a potential crisis.

  • Election Day, 1800

    The first peaceful transaction of power.

  • Marbury vs Madison

    The first act of congress that was unconstitutional.