V.I.P.s
One of the most famous firsts, this man was the only person in history to be general of the Continental Army.
Who was George Washington?
This capital city was the center of revolution where multiple important events occurred, including a massacre propagandized by Paul Revere and a turning-point battle, both by the same name.
What is Boston, Massachusetts?
Nationally celebrated as Independence Day, this date marks the vote of approval of the Declaration of Independence from 12/13 states.
When was July 4, 1776?
Because of his close friendship with Washington and key eye for money, Hamilton held this position in America's first cabinet.
What is the Secretary of Treasury?
The first three presidents of America had their own estates, Monticello for Jefferson, Peacefield for Adams, and this estate for Washington.
What is Mount Vernon?
Women were not allowed to fight in the Revolutionary War, but this woman's flag made sure no one would ever forget her contributions.
Who was Betsy Ross?
What is Yorktown?
2026 marks 250 years after the DoI was approved, but the British did not wave the white flag of surrender until this year, at the Battle of Yorktown.
When was 1781?
Aaron Burr shot and killed Hamilton after his endorsement in the election of 1800 landed Burr in this governmental position.
What is the vice president?
This food, now known as a modern day delicacy, was popularized in America by Thomas Jefferson when he returned from France.
What is macaroni and cheese?
These men in the civilian militia, the most famous being Paul Revere, were trained to be ready to fight at a minute's notice.
Who were the Minutemen?
"The enemy of my enemy is my friend" was the mentality when the new United States allied with this country, causing a turning point in the war.
What is France?
The Battles of Lexington and Concord, which took place in this year, marked the beginning of the Revolutionary War.
When was 1775?
Alexander Hamilton, in support of the U.S. Constitution, wrote 51 essays in this collection of propaganda, supported by John Jay and James Madison.
What are the Federalist Papers?
Before he became America’s most infamous turncoat, this general was celebrated by the Continental Army for his heroism at the Battles of Ticonderoga and Saratoga.
Who is Benedict Arnold?
Americans have never been quiet about what they want, and this revolutionary group led memorable attacks such as tar-and-feathering and the Boston Tea Party.
Who were the Sons of Liberty?
While not technically the first to declare independence, this state is represented as the first to sign the Declaration of Independence by their representative and the president of the Continental Congress, John Hancock.
What is Massachusetts?
The turning point of the war came at the Battle of Saratoga, meaning from that year forward, America had the advantage.
When was 1777?
Now Columbia University, Alexander Hamilton never quite graduated this college, instead dropping out and joining the Continental Army.
What is King's College?
Most Loyalist businesses in the South would not accept any American currency, so this alcoholic beverage became a frequently used currency to buy supplies for the Continental Army.
What is rum?
After transporting 60 tons of British cannons from Fort Ticonderoga to Boston, this man became the first Secretary of War in George Washington's cabinet.
Who was Henry Knox?
Washington D.C. is the capitol of the United States, but this city is officially the first capitol written into the Constitution and the place where George Washington was inaugurated.
What is New York City?
Making history as America's first president, George Washington was inaugurated this year.
When was 1789?
Alexander Hamilton was not the only immigrant country, but, being born in this island chain, he was the only founding father not born in the colonies or Europe.
What is the Carribean?
Not everyone in America fought on the side of independence, and this group of Britain supporters were often targets of violence by the Patriots.
Who were the Loyalists?