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1st Continental Congress and Abolition of Slave Trade
In 1774 the 1st Continental Congress called for the total abolition of the slave trade. this lead to many Northern states to abolish slavery and in 1775 the Philadelphia Quakers founded the world's first antislavery society. -
First Battles of The American Revolution
Lexington and Concord were the first two battles of the American Revolution on April 19,1775 in Massachusetts. Or known as "The Shot Heard Round The World" started the 8 years of war (American Revolution). These battles were caused by the multiple acts British Parliament passed (Sugar, Stamp, Townshed etc.) -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence adopted by the very influential 2nd Continental Congress on July 4, 1776 in the Senate House in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mostly written by Benjamin Franklin and many others declared The United States of America was independent from British rule. -
Articles of Confederation
The Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Second Continental Congress on November 15, 1777. It was America's first written constitution. It allowed for Congress to make treaties, deal with money, have control over armed forces etc. It was put into effect by all 13 states in 1781. -
Treaty of Paris of 1783
The Treaty of Paris of 1783 officially ended the American Revolutionary War on September 3, 1783. it was signed by representatives of the United States (Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, and John Jay) and Great Britain (Richard Oswald). -
Constitution of the United States of America
Te U.S. Constitution was ratified (approved) by 9 out of the 13 states on June 21, 1788. It was signed on September 17,1787 by delegates of the states in the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. the Constitution established guidelines for a stronger federal government that is still used today.
