Founding Fathers

By Brayden Law
  • The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party

    The Boston Tea Party was an American protest that occurred in Boston Massachusetts. It was a key event leading up to the American Revolution and American independence.
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battle of Lexington and Concord was the first battle of the American Revolution.
  • The Decalaration of Independence is signed

    The Decalaration of Independence is signed

    The Declaration of Independence was signed at the Pennsylvania State House.
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    The soldiers experienced a harsh winter in Valley Forge.
  • Confederation is Ratified

    Confederation is Ratified

    Virginia was the first state to ratify the Articles of Confederation.
  • The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown

    The Battle of Yorktown occurred in Yorktown Virginia. It was important because it was the final battle of the American Revolution.
  • The Treaty of Paris is signed

    The Treaty of Paris is signed

    This formally ended the American Revolutionary War.
  • The Constitution is Ratified

    The Constitution is Ratified

    Ratifying the Constitution was important because it created a stronger central government.
  • Inauguration of George Washington

    Inauguration of George Washington

    The inauguration was held on the balcony of Federal Hall in New York City.
  • The Whiskey Rebellion

    The Whiskey Rebellion

    It was the uprising by western Pennsylvania farmers protesting the new federal excise tax on distilled spirits.
  • The Bill of Rights is Ratified

    The Bill of Rights is Ratified

    Virginia became the 11th state to ratify the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution.
  • Washington's Farewell Address

    Washington's Farewell Address

    In the farewell address, Washington provided guidance about the future of the government.
  • The Death of George Washington

    The Death of George Washington

    George Washington was a founding father of the U.S. and he was the first president of the U.S.
  • Election Day 1800

    Election Day 1800

    Thomas Jefferson was elected the third president of the U.S.
  • Marbury Vs. Madison

    Marbury Vs. Madison

    Marbury Vs. Madison was a legal case where the U.S. Supreme Court declared an act of Congress unconstitutional which established the doctrine of judicial review.