ARROWS TIMELINE

Timeline: American Revolution

1775-1783

Significance/Importance of Battle:

Lexington & Concord

This battle is the home of the shot heard around the world. It signifies the beginning of the war, as it is the first battle of the war

Apr1775

Outcome of the Congress:

Second Continental Congress

During this congress meeting they began to authorize the training of the army, and appointed George Washington to lead the army.

May 1775

Impact of the Role of Women & Republican Motherhood:

Remember the Ladies

Women grew tired of not having the same rights as men, so they began these protests. They wanted roles in society and politics. Republican motherhood was expected to teach the children republican values.

Mar 1776

Significance of the Declaration of Independence:

Declaration of Independence

The declaration showed the colonies desire for independence, as their natural rights had been violated. Through selection Thomas Jefferson became the primary author of it. It signified the final decision of the colonies and that they are done with Englands cruel ways of ruling

July 4, 1776

Timeline: American Revolution

1775-1783

"The Crisis"

Impact of The Crisis:

The crisis, written by Thomas Paine, was about who would be willing to fight in this war. He urged people to support the american troops through various ways. It led the colonists to show more support for the fighting soldiers.

Dec 1776

Battle of Saratoga

Significance of the Battle of Saratoga:

Battle of Saratoga was a major turning point in the war, as we won the battle. It pursuaded France and Spain to help fight against Britain with the Americans. This led to the Americans gaining significant confidence and advantages through the remainder of the war.

Oct 1777

Valley Forge

Significance of Valley Forge:

Soldiers began to die of disease, and lack of food. They had to deal with the harshness of the winter with no food, and minimal amounts of clothes available. They were able to slowly begin to train soldiers during this miserable time.

Dec 1777

Significance of the Battle of Yorktown:

Battle of Yorktown

American troops were able to succesfully trap one of britains generals. They prevented his forces from fleeing by blocking their escape routes. Shortly after they forced the british to surrender.

Oct 1781

Explain what America gains:

Treaty of Paris, 1783

The American people finally gained their full independence from Britain thanks to their allies and motives. The boundaries of the U.S. were extended to the Mississippi RIver, and went north bordering Canada, and Spain to the south.

1783