Question

lightb x timeline of the american revolutionary war

1. the rebelling colonies fought for their independence over eight years. ultimately, they were able to form the united states. using the library and online resources, identify the major events that occurred during the american revolutionary war using the timeline below. in each box connected to a year on the timeline, write the name of the corresponding event or events
2. choose a major event from the timeline and answer the following questions.

why would this event be considered noteworthy?
what effect did this event have on the american revolutionary war? why would it have had this effect?

Explanation:

The American Revolutionary War is a key historical event. For the first part, one would research major events in 1754 - 1789 related to the war such as battles, treaties, or declarations. For the second part, if choosing the Declaration of Independence in 1776 for example, it is noteworthy as it formally declared the colonies' separation from Britain. It had a major effect on the war by unifying the colonists' cause and attracting foreign support.

Answer:

1.
1754: French and Indian War begins (sets the stage for colonial - British tensions)
1773: Boston Tea Party (protest against British taxation)
1774: First Continental Congress (colonies organize against British policies)
1775: Lexington and Concord (first shots of the Revolutionary War)
1776: Declaration of Independence (colonies declare independence)
1781: Battle of Yorktown (major American - French victory leading to British surrender)
1783: Treaty of Paris (ends the war, recognizes US independence)
1789: US Constitution goes into effect (establishes new government post - war)
2.
If choosing the Declaration of Independence:
Why would this event be considered noteworthy?
It formally declared the colonies' independence from Britain, expressing the colonists' grievances and ideals of liberty and self - government.
What effect did this event have on the American Revolutionary War? Why would it have had this effect?
It unified the colonists behind a common cause and made their war aims clear. It also attracted foreign support, like from France, as it was now a war for national independence, not just a colonial rebellion.