American Revolution (jan 1, 1765 – jan 1, 1783)
Description:
- 13 American colonies that banded together to
gain independence from England
- Timeline of events;
> 1765: Riots in response to Stamp Act
> 1773: Boston Tea Party
Protest against taxes levied on tea
> 1776: Second Continental Congress declares
Independence
> 1783: Treaty of Paris recognizes American
Independence
> 1787: Writing of the United States
Constitution
Established a bicameral national
legislature
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