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Amercian Revolution

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  • Stamp Act

    Stamp Act

    The British Parliament imposes a direct tax on the colonies, leading to widespread protests and the formation of the Sons of Liberty
  • Boston Massacre

    Boston Massacre

    British soldiers kill five colonists during a confrontation, escalating tensions between Britain and the colonies.
  • Boston Tea Party

    Boston Tea Party

    In protest against the Tea Act, American colonists dump tea into Boston Harbor, leading to punitive measures from Britain.
  • First Continental Congress

    First Continental Congress

    Delegates from 12 colonies meet to organize resistance against British rule and to address grievances.
  • Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The first military engagements of the American Revolutionary War occur, marking the start of open conflict.
  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence

    The Continental Congress adopts the Declaration, formally declaring the colonies' independence from Britain
  • Battle of Saratoga

    Battle of Saratoga

    A significant American victory that convinces France to enter the war as an ally of the colonies.
  • Battle of Yorktown

    Battle of Yorktown

    British General Cornwallis surrenders to American and French forces, effectively ending major combat operations.