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The Stamp Act was an Act of Parliament from Great Britain that put a direct tax on the first colonies. It required that many printed materials in America be produced on stamped paper. This included things such as contracts, licenses, wills, legal papers, etc.The Stamp Act directly affected Americans, as they were taxed without their consent.

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The Boston Massacre was a battle between British soldiers and colonists. British soldiers fired arms at a black man, which caused a breakout of the battle, involving many other soldiers. Surrounding people were harassed and 5 were dead.

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The Tea Act allowed the companies to ship its tea directly to America without it first passing through England. This Act angered many colonists since American tea merchants were removed from the tea trade.

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This event was a direct result from the Tea Act. This event was carried out by the Sons of Liberty, in which they dressed up as Native Americans and boarded and threw boxes of tea into the Boston Harbor. This was seen as a power move from the colonists

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First Continental Congress September 5 1774

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First Continental Congress September 5 1774

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The First Continental Congress was a meeting of around 13-15 delegates. In this meeting it was discussed what were to happen to the 13 colonies and what they should pursue. From this meeting, the delegates later went on to form the United States.

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Battle of Saratoga September 19- Oct. 17 1771

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Battle of Saratoga September 19- Oct. 17 1771

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The Battle of Saratoga had given a victory to America over Great Britain, which lead to the victory of America in the Revolutionary War. This was seen as a huge step forward for colonists; and lead them closer to independence from Britain.

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Congress Singing of the Declaration of Independence August 7 1776

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Congress Singing of the Declaration of Independence August 7 1776

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The date when the Congress signed the Declaration of Independence, in which  the former colonies of Britain had declared themselves the United States of America. This was major to the U.S. since now they can form their own laws and own constitution. This allows the States their own ways of living and a sense of liberation from Britain's rule.

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The Siege of Yorktown was known to be the last major battle of the American Revolution. Which as a result, finalized Washington's presidency of the New founded United States. This battle had given a good reputation to Washington's name.

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Treaty of Allience Feb.  6 1778-Sep. 3 1783

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Treaty of Allience Feb.  6 1778-Sep. 3 1783

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The Treaty of Alliance meant that the Kingdom of France and the United States were now allies during the American Revolution. France had provided many supplies to the American military. The alliance from France was very needed, as Britain had more power and supplies during the many revolutionary wars

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This was a constitutional document that contained the first 10 amendments of the United States Constitution. The Bill of Rights were also one of the first official government documents for the newly "founded" United States. Although, it really was only meant for colonist males, and almost no other group benefitted from this or any part of the American Revolution.