American Revolution (18 avr. 1775 – 3 sept. 1783)
Description:
US starts a revolution against England and win their Independence.Causes
1) England heavily taxing colonies and there were no benefits given to them. (No taxation without representation)
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2) Intolerable Acts which led to the formation of the Continental Congress and created colonial resistance against England.
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3) First and Second Continental Congress which created the Declaration of rights and grievances and the Olive tree branch petition.
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4) Drafting of the Declaration of Independence
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Impact
Americans gained independence from Great
Britain and became an independent nation.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
18 avr. 1775
3 sept. 1783
~ 8 years and 4 months