American Revolution Timeline

(1765 - 1783)

Learn about the major milestones and facts of the American Revolution through this comprehensive timeline. More Less

Prelude to Revolution

Mar 22, 1765

Aug 14, 1765

Mar 5, 1770

Dec 16, 1773

Political Developments

Sep 5, 1774 - Oct 26, 1774

May 10, 1775

Jan 10, 1776

Jul 4, 1776

Nov 15, 1777

Sep 17, 1787

Dec 15, 1791

Revolutionary War Battles

Apr 19, 1775

Jun 17, 1775

Dec 26, 1776

Sep 19, 1777 - Oct 17, 1777

Dec 19, 1777 - Jun 19, 1778

Sep 28, 1781 - Oct 19, 1781

Diplomatic Efforts

Jul 8, 1775

Feb 6, 1778

Sep 3, 1783

Nov 19, 1794

Aftermath and Impact

Apr 30, 1789

Sep 11, 1789

Jul 1794

Sep 19, 1796

Jul 14, 1798

Nov 1798

Mar 4, 1801

Feb 24, 1803

Apr 30, 1803

Key Facts

  1. The Boston Tea Party took place in 1773 as a protest against the Tea Act imposed by the British.
  2. The Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.
  3. The Battle of Saratoga in 1777 was a turning point in the war, as it convinced France to support the American cause.
  4. The Treaty of Paris was signed in 1783, officially ending the war and recognizing the United States as a sovereign nation.
  5. The American Revolution inspired other movements for independence around the world, including the French Revolution.

Source

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