Name that Act
This act added a tax on imported sugar and molasses in 1764. This sparked many boycotts.
Sugar Act
This was a protest when colonists dumped British tea to protest the Tea Act.
Boston Tea Party
This king is known for being a tyrant whom the United States had to fight to get away from.
King George III
This battle was fought in June 1775; the British won, but it helped America prove that they could stand up to a professional army.
Battle of Bunker Hill
This was the first direct tax on the colonies that required a royal stamp on all paper goods. It caused widespread outrage and protests. Implemented in 1765.
Stamp Act
This day was the day the Second Continental Congress officially declared independence.
Declaration of Independence
This leader is known for leading the Continental Army as well as being the United States first Army
George Washington
These battles marked the start of the war and happened in April 1775.
The battles of Lexington and Concord
This act allowed the British East India Company to sell tea directly to the colonies, bypassing colonial merchants, which directly led to the
Tea Act
On this night, a person rode through the town, warning people of what?
The british are coming
This person is known for his famous quote of "give me liberty or give me death."
Patrick Henry
A major battle that caused the French to join the U.S and become their Ally (September- October)
Battle of Saratoga
This act placed duties on imported glass, lead, paint, paper, and tea. This led to renewed boycotts and the occupation of Boston by British troops. This was established in 1767.
Townshend Act
This event is known for the harsh winter the continental arm faced. ( 1777-1778)
Valley Forge
This person rode through the town shouting, "The British are coming." His ride is now named after him who is it?
Paul Revere
In this battle, French and American forces forced the surrender of General Cornwallis, effectively ending major combat.
Battle of Yorktown