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The American Revolution was a pivotal moment in American history.
Welcome to HistoriaHigh! Today, we will explore the top 5 moments of The American Revolution.
Number one: In 1773, colonists protested British taxation by throwing tea into Boston Harbor in what became known as the Boston Tea Party.
Number two: In 1776, Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence, declaring America’s independence from British rule.
Number three: The 1777 Battle of Saratoga marked the first major victory for the Continental Army and convinced France to ally with the United States.
Number four: The Winter at Valley Forge in 1777 saw George Washington’s army endure a brutal winter, emerging stronger and better trained for the rest of the war.
Number Five: The 1783 Treaty of Paris officially ended the war and recognized the United States as a sovereign nation.
The American Revolution marked the birth of a new nation based on freedom, democracy, and individual liberty.