Politics
This document, written by Thomas Jefferson, was celebrated by John Adams in a famous letter to his wife demanding annual fireworks on July 2 - the day it was approved, not published
What is The Declaration of Independence?
This prominent Virginian led colonial forces in the French and Indian War before leading the Continental Army
Who was George Washington?
This conflict effectively ended with General Cornwallis's surrender, but did not truly end until 1783
What was the Revolutionary War?
One of three nations besides the US at war with the English between 1776-1783
What is France / Spain / The Netherlands?
This party resulted in a polluted harbor and a large fine
What is the Boston Tea Party?
This radical organization led by Samuel Adams demanded Independence far earlier than most.
Who were the Sons of Liberty?
This West Indian born New Yorker rose to become a top figure in the Continental Army, and a devoted political advocate for federalism
Who was Alexander Hamilton?
This war began with the slaying of John Sassomon in a bog near Plymouth Colony in present day Massachusetts.
What was King Phillip's War?
This King of England was executed touching off a period of time known as the "Interregnum" or the Commonwealth in the 17th Century
Who was Charles I?
This blithering, blundering, British general surrendered his army following the Battle of Saratoga.
Who was General Burgoyne?
This group of colonists gave a resounding "no" to Independence.
Who were the loyalists?
This Massachusetts lawyer was more even-tempered than his cousin and defended British soldiers following the Boston Massacre in 1770
Who was John Adams?
This conflict was the first in which British regular infantry was deployed to the North American colonies.
What was the Seven Years War / French and Indian War?
This "pure" religious group formed around the ideas of John Calvin, and urged the Church of England to become more conservative?
Who were the Puritans?
The Second Continental Congress convened shortly after this major event in Massachusetts Bay.
What was the Battle of Lexington and Concord?
They aren't just a New England football team, they also fiercely advocated for Continental Independence
Who were the Patriots?
This bellicose Virginian is known for loudly shouting "Give me liberty, or give me death!"
Who was Patrick Henry?
This conflict is best remembered for the notorious Mystic Massacre.
What was the Pequot War?
In the "Glorious Revolution" of 1688, this "orange" King and Queen pairing ascended the English throne.
Who were William and Mary?
The General of the Continental Army, foot upon the prow of a boat, is often depicted en route to this Revolutionary War Battle.
What is the Battle of Trenton?
This second President of the Second Continental Congress is well known for his prominent signature
Who was John Hancock?
This Continental General briefly outshone his senior counterpart following his victory at the Battle of Saratoga
Who was Horatio Gates?
The Massachusetts Bay militia surprisingly captured the French fort at Louisbourg in this conflict.
What is King George's War / The War of Austrian Succession?
This King of France was influenced heavily by Benjamin Franklin and American efforts to enter into the struggle for American Independence
Who was Louis XVI?
Horatio Gates and his militia were not so successful at this battle site.
What is the Battle of Camden?