Road to the American Revolution Museum Exhibit Project by George Snouno

Boston Massacre

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-12 18:18:20 UTC

The Boston Massacre was a violent riot that took place on March 5, 1770. The riot happened on King Street in Boston.

https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/boston-massacre

Tea Act/Boston Tea Party

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-12 18:18:23 UTC

It started as a street conflict between a lone British soldier, and American colonists but quickly turned to a cluttered, bloodstained slaughter.

involvement of slaves in the Revolution

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-12 18:18:26 UTC

Slavery played a significant role in the American Revolution. Many enslaved people were involved in various ways. Some worked for the British, hoping to gain freedom by supporting them. Others joined the American side, believing in the promise of freedom and equality. Enslaved individuals often faced tough choices during this time.

https://www.loc.gov/classroom-materials/united-states-history-primary-source-timeline/national-expansion-and-reform-1815-1880/pre-civil-war-african-american-slavery/

Intolerable Acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-12 18:20:54 UTC

the intolerable acts where a set of four laws put in place by the british government. The reason these laws were put into action by the english government is because they were trying to punish the people for carrying out the boston tea party.

https://www.britannica.com/event/Intolerable-Acts

The Treaty of Paris

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-12 18:20:56 UTC

The Treaty of Paris, signed on September 3, 1783, marked a significant moment in history as it ended the American Revolutionary War between the United States and Great Britain. This treaty was the result of negotiations between American and British representatives in Paris, France. The primary purpose of the treaty was to officially recognize the United States as an independent nation, separate from British rule.

https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/treaty-of-paris

Stamp Act/Declaratory Act /Townshend Acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-12 18:20:58 UTC

The Stamp Act, passed in 1765, was a tax imposed by the British Parliament on various paper goods in the American colonies, such as newspapers, legal documents, and playing cards. It required that these items carry an official stamp, which had to be paid for. This tax was met with strong opposition from the American colonists, who believed that it violated their rights and was imposed without their consent. It led to widespread protests and the famous slogan "No taxation without representation," as the colonists had no direct representation in the British Parliament.

https://www.loc.gov/collections/continental-congress-and-constitutional-convention-from-1774-to-1789/articles-and-essays/timeline/1766-to-1767/

Boston Tea Party

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-24 23:30:22 UTC

The first major act of defiance to British rule over the colonists was the Boston Tea Party. It ascertained Great Britain that Americans would not tolerate taxation

https://www.history.com/topics/american-revolution/boston-tea-party

Boston Tea Party

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-24 23:33:24 UTC

American colonists were angry and furious at Britain for levying taxation without representation. They also dumped 342 chests of tea that were imported by the British East India Company into the harbor.

Boston Massacre

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-24 23:34:47 UTC

The conflict supported the creation of anti-British sentiment and paved the path for the beginning of the American Revolution. A few days later, a fight occurred between British soldiers and some local workers It concluded without heavy bloodshed but helped set the stage for the bloodstained incident yet to come.

treaty of paris

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:46:33 UTC

In addition to the territorial and recognition elements, the Treaty of Paris also resolved various financial and property-related issues between the two nations. It set the stage for diplomatic relations to develop further in the years that followed. This historic treaty remains a foundational document in the history of the United States, marking its official emergence as an independent and sovereign nation.

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drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:46:45 UTC

Stamp Act/Declaratory Act /Townshend Acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:50:27 UTC

The Townshend Acts, enacted in 1767, imposed import taxes on various goods like tea, glass, and paper. Unlike the Stamp Act, the Townshend Acts were external taxes, affecting trade rather than internal matters. They also led to significant colonial resistance, including boycotts of British goods and protests. These acts, like the Stamp Act, heightened tensions between the American colonies and Britain, eventually leading to the events that culminated in the American Revolution.

treaty of paris

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:50:32 UTC

One key aspect of the Treaty of Paris was the establishment of clear borders for the new United States. It outlined the boundaries of the nation, extending from the Atlantic Ocean in the east to the Mississippi River in the west. This provided a solid foundation for the territorial integrity of the United States. Furthermore, the treaty included provisions for the release of American prisoners of war held by the British.

Stamp Act/Declaratory Act /Townshend Acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:50:43 UTC

The Declaratory Act, passed in 1766, was a response to the repeal of the Stamp Act. While the Stamp Act was repealed due to colonial protests, the Declaratory Act asserted the British Parliament's authority to make laws binding in the colonies "in all cases whatsoever." This act indicated that the British government still claimed full control over the American colonies, even as it removed the Stamp Act.

Stamp Act/Declaratory Act /Townshend Acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:50:53 UTC

These three acts played a crucial role in the lead-up to the American Revolution, with the Stamp Act leading to widespread protests, the Declaratory Act asserting British authority, and the Townshend Acts deepening colonial discontent and opposition to British policies.

intolerable acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:51:01 UTC

These laws made the citizens of the colonies very angry because they thought it was restricting there rights and taking away there control.

intolerable acts

drotella26_1_1 — 2023-10-24 23:51:12 UTC

the four laws consisted of the Boston Port Act, the Massachusetts Government Act, the Administration of Justice Act, and the Quartering Act these laws where put into place in 1774.

Involvement Of Slaves In the Revolution

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-24 23:52:28 UTC

In some cases, slaves served as soldiers, laborers, or spies for the American forces. They contributed to the war effort by doing essential jobs and sometimes even fought in battles. Some states, like Virginia and South Carolina, even offered freedom to slaves who fought for the American side.

Involvement Of Slaves In The Revolution

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-24 23:53:14 UTC

The Revolution also inspired debates about slavery's morality and led to gradual changes in some states' laws and attitudes towards slavery. However, it's essential to remember that despite the hopes of many, the fight for freedom and equality for enslaved individuals was a long and challenging journey that extended well beyond the American Revolution.

Noodle Tools (Sources)

gsnouno26 — 2023-10-25 00:33:14 UTC

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pYe80wdYj3FmvWfHGXArrHY6KD9GF84PKv1riD0Qmdo/edit