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American Revolution Notes

The American Revolution (1775-1783) was a revolt by the thirteen colonies against British rule, leading to their independence and the formation of the United States. Key causes included political representation issues, economic burdens, and Enlightenment ideas, with significant figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson playing crucial roles. The conflict resulted in major battles, international support, and ultimately the Treaty of Paris in 1783, establishing U.S. independence and influencing future democratic movements worldwide.

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American Revolution Notes

The American Revolution (1775-1783) was a revolt by the thirteen colonies against British rule, leading to their independence and the formation of the United States. Key causes included political representation issues, economic burdens, and Enlightenment ideas, with significant figures like George Washington and Thomas Jefferson playing crucial roles. The conflict resulted in major battles, international support, and ultimately the Treaty of Paris in 1783, establishing U.S. independence and influencing future democratic movements worldwide.

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Detailed Notes on the American Revolution

1. Introduction - The American Revolution (1775-1783) was a colonial revolt against British rule. -
Resulted in the independence of the thirteen American colonies and the formation of the United States
of America.

2. Causes of the American Revolution - Political: Lack of representation in British Parliament; "No
taxation without representation". - Economic: Heavy taxation (Stamp Act, Townshend Acts, Tea Act);
trade restrictions. - Social: Enlightenment ideas promoting liberty, equality, and democracy. - Events:
Boston Massacre (1770), Boston Tea Party (1773), Intolerable Acts (1774).

3. Key Figures - George Washington: Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army. - Thomas


Jefferson: Principal author of the Declaration of Independence. - Benjamin Franklin: Diplomat, helped
secure French support. - King George III: British monarch during the Revolution. - John Adams,
Samuel Adams, Patrick Henry: Influential revolutionaries.

4. Major Battles and Campaigns - Lexington and Concord (1775): First military engagements. -
Bunker Hill (1775): Showed that colonists could stand up to British troops. - Saratoga (1777): Turning
point; secured French alliance. - Yorktown (1781): Final major battle; British surrender.

5. Declaration of Independence (1776) - Drafted by Thomas Jefferson. - Declared the colonies


independent from Britain. - Emphasized unalienable rights: Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness.

6. Role of Foreign Powers - France: Provided troops, naval support, and funding. - Spain &
Netherlands: Offered financial and military assistance. - International support was crucial for victory.

7. Consequences of the Revolution - Political: Independence from Britain; formation of a democratic


republic. - Economic: Shift from mercantilist policies; new trade opportunities. - Social: Spread of
Enlightenment ideals; inspired other revolutions. - International: Changed balance of power; increased
U.S. global recognition.

8. Treaty of Paris (1783) - Officially ended the war. - Britain recognized U.S. independence. - Established
borders from the Atlantic Ocean to the Mississippi River.

9. Legacy - Foundation of U.S. Constitution (1787). - Bill of Rights (1791) protecting individual liberties. -
Inspired revolutions in France, Latin America, and beyond.

10. Important Terms - Continental Congress: Governing body of the colonies during the Revolution. -
Minutemen: Colonial militia ready to fight at a minute’s notice. - Loyalists: Colonists loyal to the British
crown. - Patriots: Colonists who supported independence.

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