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Paul Revere goes on horseback to give a warning that the British are coming.
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The first military engagements of The American Revolutionary War.
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An important first battle which ended with a British tactical victory, but demonstrated American resolve.
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On July 4th, 1776. A formal statement that the 13 colonies were no longer a part of Great Britain.
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This was a series of pamphlets written by Thomas Paine that included the famous "Common Sense" passage.
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George Washington crosses the Delaware River to unleash a surprise attack on the Hessian forces.
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A huge victory for the Americans following the crossing of the Delaware.
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It was also known as the Battle of Brandywine, that ended with a British victory over the Americans.
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The Battles of Saratoga were a series of battles that lasted from Sept. 19th to Oct. 7th of 1777. Which resulted in the Americans gaining support from the French and ended with a victory for the Americans.
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George Washington's troops endured a dark period of harsh weather, low supplies, lack of shelter, and exposure to disease and elements. But, did result in an encampment and reorganization emerging as disciplined and stronger as a result.
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The Battle of Yorktown was a calculated attack on the town of Yorktown, Virginia. Where the Americans seized the town. This was also the last major engagement of the war which resulted in another American victory.
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This officially ended the conflict between the Americans and the British and recognized American Independence.