American Revolution: Events

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American colonists who wanted to fight for independence from Britain and form a new country

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Patriots

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The formal document that established American independence. Includes unalienable rights, and grievances against the king.

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Declaration of Independence

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Date the Declaration of Independence was signed

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July 4, 1776

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Human rights we are born with. Our rights are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.

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Unalienable Rights

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First battle of the American Revolution

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Battle of Lexington and Concord

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Turning point of the Revolution. It convinced France to ally with the colonists.

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Battle of Saratoga

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Washington and troops were low on supplies, food, and clothing. Many troops deserted or died, those who remained trained for future battles.

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Winter at Valley Forge

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Final battle of the Revolutionary War. Britain surrendered after General Cornwallis was captured.

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Battle of Yorktown

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Treaty signed in 1783 that ended the war. Britain recognized the United States as an independent country.

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Treaty of Paris