The American Revolution

American Revolution

A colonial revolt against British rule from 1765 to 1783.

Taxation Without Representation

Colonists' opposition to taxes imposed by British Parliament without their consent.

Boston Massacre

An incident that heightened tensions between colonists and British soldiers.

Enlightenment Ideas

Philosophical concepts that inspired colonists about rights, liberty, and government by consent.

Stamp Act (1765)

The first direct tax imposed on the colonies, leading to widespread protests.

Boston Tea Party (1773)

A revolt against the Tea Act where colonists dumped tea into Boston Harbor.

First Continental Congress (1774)

A gathering of delegates from the colonies to organize resistance against British policies.

Declaration of Independence (1776)

The document that declared the colonies' independence, primarily authored by Thomas Jefferson.

Battle of Saratoga (1777)

The turning point of the war that secured French support for the American cause.

Treaty of Paris (1783)

An agreement that ended the war, recognizing American independence.

George Washington

Commander of the Continental Army and first President of the United States.

Thomas Jefferson

Principal author of the Declaration of Independence.

Benjamin Franklin

Diplomat who secured French support during the American Revolution.

John Adams

Advocate for independence and the second President of the United States.

Independence

The state of being free from outside control, achieved by the American colonies.

Colonial Revolt

An uprising against the ruling authority, especially in the context of the American Revolution.

French Support

Military and diplomatic aid provided by France to the American colonists during the Revolution.

Widespread Protests

Mass demonstrations and actions taken by colonists in response to British policies.

Document Authored

Refers to the creation and writing of significant texts, such as the Declaration of Independence.

New Nation

The United States of America, formed after gaining independence from Britain.

Turning Point

A moment in a conflict that decides the outcome, significantly influencing future events.