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Lexington and Concord was the first weaponry fired in the American Revolution. It's an important event because it marks the start of the Revolution.

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SECOND CONTINENTAL CONGRESS MAY 10TH 1775

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SECOND CONTINENTAL CONGRESS MAY 10TH 1775

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The Second Continental Congress was the second meeting of representatives of all 13 colonies, which was a big deal. It's important because they work together to create the Constitution.

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The Battle of Bunker Hill (despite actually taking place on Breed's Hill) was pivotal because it truly showed the British that there was little chance of reconciliation with the colonies.

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DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE JULY 4TH 1776

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DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE JULY 4TH 1776

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Do I really have to say why this is important? The Declaration of Independence was the document that made America it's own country.

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The Battle of Long Island was fought over a strategically important place for the British: since they had to send their troops oversea, a port city would be very handy.

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GEORGE WASHINGTON CROSSES THE DELAWARE DECEMBER 25TH 1776

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GEORGE WASHINGTON CROSSES THE DELAWARE DECEMBER 25TH 1776

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George Washington's brave move to cross the Delaware River to attack British troops in New Jersey was a pivotal turning point in the American Revolution.

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The Battle of Saratoga was a great victory for the American army against the far stronger British troops. It increased morale and gave the colonists hope.

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Allying with a power like France served to help the American forces, who were generally uncoordinated and disorganized.

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Around the Battle of Yorktown, the British realized that the war was too costly to continue and surrendered.

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The Treaty of Paris officially ended the American Revolution, and marked America as a free country.