Period 3 APUSH

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French & Indian War begins

Debt prompted new colonial taxes, straining relations and setting stage for revolution.

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Treaty of Paris / Proclamation of 1763

Fueled colonial anger at British control, deepening divide.

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Stamp Act

Introduced “no taxation without representation,” strengthening colonial unity.

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Boston Massacre

Inflamed anti-British sentiment and further united colonists.

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Boston Tea Party

Britain responded with Intolerable Acts, pushing colonies closer to revolution.

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First Continental Congress

First major step toward intercolonial unity and resistance.

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Lexington & Concord

Sparked open conflict, beginning the Revolutionary War.

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Declaration of Independence

Justified independence and established democratic principles.

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Battle of Saratoga

Turning point of war; foreign aid crucial for ultimate victory.

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Articles of Confederation / Yorktown

Articles proved ineffective; Yorktown led to peace negotiations.

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Treaty of Paris (1783)

U.S. gained land east of Mississippi and international legitimacy.

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Shays’ Rebellion

Exposed weakness of Articles, spurring call for stronger Constitution.

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Constitutional Convention

Created stronger federal government with checks and balances.

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Washington Inaugurated

Established norms for executive power and peaceful transfer.

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Bill of Rights Ratified

Secured ratification, guaranteed liberties, limited federal power.

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Whiskey Rebellion

Demonstrated strength of new Constitution compared to Articles.

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Adams Presidency / XYZ Affair

Increased anti-French sentiment, led to Quasi-War.

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Alien & Sedition Acts / VA & KY Resolutions

Sparked debate over civil liberties and federal vs. state power.

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Election of 1800

“Revolution of 1800” marked peaceful transfer of power between parties