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The Declaration of Independence is Signed
The signing of the Declaration of Independence was the last step in the colony's final departure from Great Britain. -
The Boston Tea Party
People dressed up as Native Americans and got on ships in the Boston Harbor and they dumped over 300 crates of tea into the water. -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord were the first battles of the American Revolutionary War. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
The winter was terrible. Over 11,000 troops didn't have shoes and appropriate clothes. They suffered from poor nutrition. -
Articles of Confederation are Ratified
It set up a confederation. Thirteen articles explain the powers given to the states. -
The Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown ended the fighting in the American Revolution. -
The Constitution is Ratified
the constitution was ratified by people through special statewide conventions. -
Presidential Inauguration of George Washington
George Washington put his hand on a bible and publicly swore in front of a cheering crowd. -
Washington’s Farewell Address
He called for national unity and focused on threats back at home. -
The Death of George Washington
Passed away from a throat infection. -
Election Day, 1800
Thomas Jefferson beat John Adams in the presidential election. -
Marbury vs. Madison
This decision the court declared an act of Congress unconstitutional.