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THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION I. Introduction ● The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1775 and 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. •The revolution was sparked by growing discontent with British rule and a desire for greater independence and representation among American colonists. II. Causes of the Revolution A. Economic Grievances American colonists were dissatisfied with British economic policies, such as taxes on trade and manufactured goods, and the restriction of westward expansion. ● These policies were seen as unfair and damaging to colonial economic interests. B. Political Grievances ● American colonists felt that they were not being adequately represented in the British government and that their rights were being violated. This included issues such as the Quartering Acts, which required colonists to provide housing for British troops, and the Proclamation of 1763, which restricted westward expansion. C. Intellectual and Philosophical Influences The Enlightenment, a philosophical movement that emphasized reason and individual rights, had a significant impact on the American Revolution. Ideas about natural rights and government by consent were central to the revolutionary cause. III. Key Moments in the Revolution A. The Declaration of Independence ● The Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson and adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, declared the 13 American colonies to be independent states and set forth the principles of liberty and...
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equality. B. The Battle of Saratoga ● The Battle of Saratoga, fought in 1777, was a major turning point in the revolution, as it marked the first decisive American victory over the British army. C. The Treaty of Paris ● The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, officially ended the American Revolution and recognized the independence of the United States. IV. Consequences of the Revolution A. Establishment of the United States ● The American Revolution led to the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. B. Impact on Slavery ● The Revolution had a complex impact on slavery, as some American leaders sought to abolish the institution, while others sought to maintain it. C. Influence on Later Revolutions • The American Revolution was a significant event in world history and had a lasting impact on later revolutions, such as the French Revolution and the Haitian Revolution. V. Conclusion ● The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1775 and 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. • The revolution was caused by a combination of economic, political, and philosophical grievances and was marked by key moments such as the Declaration of Independence, the Battle of Saratoga, and the Treaty of Paris. • The American Revolution had significant consequences, including the establishment of the United States, the impact on slavery, and its influence on later revolutions. Info via The American Revolution: lesson overview - Khan Academy
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THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION I. Introduction ● The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1775 and 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. •The revolution was sparked by growing discontent with British rule and a desire for greater independence and representation among American colonists. II. Causes of the Revolution A. Economic Grievances American colonists were dissatisfied with British economic policies, such as taxes on trade and manufactured goods, and the restriction of westward expansion. ● These policies were seen as unfair and damaging to colonial economic interests. B. Political Grievances ● American colonists felt that they were not being adequately represented in the British government and that their rights were being violated. This included issues such as the Quartering Acts, which required colonists to provide housing for British troops, and the Proclamation of 1763, which restricted westward expansion. C. Intellectual and Philosophical Influences The Enlightenment, a philosophical movement that emphasized reason and individual rights, had a significant impact on the American Revolution. Ideas about natural rights and government by consent were central to the revolutionary cause. III. Key Moments in the Revolution A. The Declaration of Independence ● The Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson and adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, declared the 13 American colonies to be independent states and set forth the principles of liberty and...
THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION I. Introduction ● The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1775 and 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. •The revolution was sparked by growing discontent with British rule and a desire for greater independence and representation among American colonists. II. Causes of the Revolution A. Economic Grievances American colonists were dissatisfied with British economic policies, such as taxes on trade and manufactured goods, and the restriction of westward expansion. ● These policies were seen as unfair and damaging to colonial economic interests. B. Political Grievances ● American colonists felt that they were not being adequately represented in the British government and that their rights were being violated. This included issues such as the Quartering Acts, which required colonists to provide housing for British troops, and the Proclamation of 1763, which restricted westward expansion. C. Intellectual and Philosophical Influences The Enlightenment, a philosophical movement that emphasized reason and individual rights, had a significant impact on the American Revolution. Ideas about natural rights and government by consent were central to the revolutionary cause. III. Key Moments in the Revolution A. The Declaration of Independence ● The Declaration of Independence, written by Thomas Jefferson and adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, declared the 13 American colonies to be independent states and set forth the principles of liberty and...
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equality. B. The Battle of Saratoga ● The Battle of Saratoga, fought in 1777, was a major turning point in the revolution, as it marked the first decisive American victory over the British army. C. The Treaty of Paris ● The Treaty of Paris, signed in 1783, officially ended the American Revolution and recognized the independence of the United States. IV. Consequences of the Revolution A. Establishment of the United States ● The American Revolution led to the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. B. Impact on Slavery ● The Revolution had a complex impact on slavery, as some American leaders sought to abolish the institution, while others sought to maintain it. C. Influence on Later Revolutions • The American Revolution was a significant event in world history and had a lasting impact on later revolutions, such as the French Revolution and the Haitian Revolution. V. Conclusion ● The American Revolution was a colonial revolt that took place between 1775 and 1783, resulting in the establishment of the United States of America as an independent nation. • The revolution was caused by a combination of economic, political, and philosophical grievances and was marked by key moments such as the Declaration of Independence, the Battle of Saratoga, and the Treaty of Paris. • The American Revolution had significant consequences, including the establishment of the United States, the impact on slavery, and its influence on later revolutions. Info via The American Revolution: lesson overview - Khan Academy