This was a philosophy of trade in which the British Empire controlled the trading affairs of their colonies. The British controlled what the colonies produced, whose ships they could use, and who they could trade with.
What is mercantilism?
100
Document asserting America’s independence from Britain. Inspired by Enlightenment ideals, which suggest that a government must protect its citizens’ natural rights.
What is the Declaration of Independence?
100
This is the first legislative body formed and was intended to be the basis of all federal affairs.
What is Congress?
100
He was the Commander of the Continental Army
Who is George Washington?
100
The First Lady of the time, she famously salvaged the picture of George Washington when she and her husband fled the White House, which the British army would set on fire.
Who is Dolly Madison?
200
The events of the Boston Tea Party and the acts of tarring and feathering were instigated by this group of people
Who are the Sons of Liberty?
200
Formally ended the American Revolution. U.S. is recognized as an independent nation and given land west of the Mississippi
What is the Treaty of Paris?
200
Due to this, slaves are now counted for taxing and representation purposes by the government as three-fifths of a person.
What is The Three-Fifths Compromise?
200
He was a beloved American diplomat in France who convinced King Louis XVI to help America
Who is Benjamin Franklin?
200
This British policy was one of the leading causes of the War of 1812. In practice, many American sailors were kidnapped and forced to serve on British ships during the Napoleonic Wars.
What is Impressment?
300
When protesters attacked British officers in front of the British Customs house, they were met with gunfire, which resulted in American casualties.
What is the Boston Massacre?
300
All thirteen colonies were represented in this meeting in Philadelphia, where delegates decided they wanted to remain with Britain, but also began making preparations for war
What is the Second Continental Congress?
300
This tax led to a small rebellion during Washington's presidency.
What is The Excise Tax, or Whiskey Tax?
300
This man was the "Militia diplomat" that helped negotiate the Treaty of Paris that ended the war
Who is John Adams?
300
General of the American troops in the Battle of New Orleans, he led a decisive victory resulting in the deaths of only 13 Americans, compared to 700 British casualties.
Who is Andrew Jackson?
400
Thomas Paine published this pamphlet encouraging colonists to free themselves from British control.
What is Common Sense?
400
Turning point of the war. Decisive American victory that enabled aid from France.
What is the Battle of Saratoga?
400
This document is the first constitution of the United States and is characterized it's restriction of the federal government's abilities.
What are The Articles of Confederation?
400
The king of England from 1760 to 1820 who exercised a greater hand in the government of the American colonies than had many of his predecessors
Who is King George III?
400
The signing of this treaty ultimately ended the War of 1812. Signed in Belgium, it called for conquered territory to be returned, and all antebellum boundaries were to be restored.
What is the Treaty of Ghent?
500
British Parliament passed this series of laws in retaliation for the Boston Tea Party. The Port of Boston was closed and the Quartering Act was expanded.
What are the Intolerable Acts?
500
Last major battle of the American Revolution. Decisive American victory with the help of the French navy. British General Cornwallis was forced to surrender.
What is the Battle of Yorktown?
500
The "first" President of the United States in Congress Assembled.
Who is John Hanson?
500
The Massachusetts Revolutionary leader and propagandist who organized opposition to British policies after 1764
Who is Samuel Adams?
500
The more well-known of the two brothers, this Native American leader revived the Western Confederacy which aimed to stop Americans from expanding westward. They received economic and military support from the British.