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French and Indian War
The French and Indian War was a war between Great Britain, France, and Indians the french's allies. This war was part of the 7 ears war it was started because of conflict over ongoing frontier. After almost 9 years of war the British signed the Treaty of Paris ending the war. Land was gained in this war but money was lost. To be honest they would have both benefited from no war. -
Sugar Act
The Sugar Act reduced the tax rate of molasses by 3 pence per gallon. But it made sure that collection of tax will be met. The importance of this act is that there is a huge change to the tax policy. Instead of getting levied the tax on sugar was enacted solely to get Britain out of debt. -
Stamp Act
This act passed by British Parliaments forced the colonist to pay tax on special items such as newspapers. These items were stamped this represented they were special items. This rule lasted 10 years before the colonist couldn't take any more causing the Revolutionary War and American independence. -
The Boston Massacre
This event happened on King street the massacre began with protesters started getting violent (throwing snowball and rocks.) This frightened one of the soldiers so they shot a protester. This began other soldiers to join in and shot more protesters. This left 5 colonist dead and 3 injured. The effect this made is that colonist thinking poorly of British soldiers. -
The Tea Act
This was on of the many acts passed by the British Parliament this act granted the British East India Company Tea the exclusive control of tea sales in the american colonies. This angered the Sons of Liberty causing the Boston Tea Party. -
The Boston Tea Party
This was a protest involving the Sons of Liberty and Samuel Adams They dressed up as Mohawk Indians and dumped 342 chest of tea over 3 boats. They did this as a protest to tax on tea. The effect of this event was the Intolerable Acts. -
Boston Port Act
This was a law passed by the British Parliament that closed the Boston harbor because of the Boston Tea Party. They forced the 1 million dollars worth of tea would be paid back by the city residents before the Harbor could be back in business. This was the first part of the Coercive Acts. -
The Quartering Act 1774
This act was part of the Intolerable Acts. This act forced colonist to pay for the soldiers needs such as food and clothing. And gave soldiers the right to burst in someones home at any time and be given food and shelter. Also the Governor could assign you a solider to take care of. This angered the colonist and made them feel watched. This gave the colonist another reason to rebel. -
Patrick Henry's “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” Speech
This was a famous speech given by Patrick Henry that transformed the way people feel about the laws being passed. This changed peoples hearts on how the king was treating them this gave them the motive to rebel and protest against the King and the stupid rules passed. -
Battles of Lexington and Concord
These were the first two battles of the Revolutionary War so they clearly have great significance. This battle was started because the British commander heard of weapons and supplies being stockpiled by the Patriots. The effect of these to battles is America being free. -
Battle of Ticonderoga
This was a battle that meant a lot since Fort Ticonderoga was a key point of access to both Canada and the Hudson River Valley. The Patriots attacked at dawn catching the British off guard and they won this battle. This gave the Patriots much needed artillery. -
Battle of Bunker Hill
This was a battle during the early stages of American Revolutionary War. The importance of this battle was that it gave patriots confidence to continue fighting even though they lost this battle. -
George Washington is Named Commander in Chief
George Washington was a solider that led america to independence, a strong politician, and the first president of the United States of America. He was doing rose to the challenge of american independent becoming a leader of the revolutionary movement this is he was named Commander in Chief. -
Thomas Paine Writes Common Sense
This was a document wrote by Thomas Paine this gave people in the 13 colonies the motive to fight for their own freedom away from Great Britain in the summer of 1776. This caused Great Britain to become weaker because their was more riots. -
Declaration of Independence is written and signed
The Declaration of Independence was a document written by Thomas Jefferson that explained why the north american colonies owned by the British wanted independence. This document was signed by 52 congressional delegates. Some of them include Thomas Jefferson, John Adams,Edward Rutledge, John Hancock, and Benjamin Franklin. -
Alliance is Made between the Rebels and the French
The french despise the British so offer to help the rebels they start off be sending supplies to rebels then send in troops. This gives the rebels the fighting edge they need to when their independence. -
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Battle of Saratoga
This was a battle in the American Revolutionary War. This was a very important battle because it was the turning point in the war. The Patriots lost this battle but gave France hope they could win. In return the french gave some assistance to the Patriots. -
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Battle of Yorktown
The Battle of Yorktown also known as the Siege of Yorktown was a battle in the revolutionary war. This battle was won by the Patriots being an decisive victory with George Washington controlling forces and with Frances' help. -
General Cornwallis surrenders to Washington at Yorktown
On October 19,1781 in Yorktown General Cornwallis surrenders 8000 British soldiers and seamen to american patriots. This is a huge victory for George Washington and the patriots. This is one of the most important events in the American revolution. -
Peace Treaty Signed
On September 3, 1783 the Peace Treaty is signed by King George the 3rd ending the revolutionary war and making america independent from Great Britain. This treaty was later ratified by the Continental Congress early in 1784.
