The American Revolution was an insurrection carried out by 13 of Great Britain ’s North American colonies that began in 1775 and ended with a peace treaty in 1783. The colonies won political independence and went on to form the United States of America.

What Happened in 1775 The Shot Heard Round the World April 19, 1775 Declaration of the Causes and Necessity of Taking Up Arms July 6, 1775 Battle of Quebec December 31, 1775

17 January – first performance of Richard Brinsley Sheridan 's comedy of manners The Rivals at the Covent Garden Theatre in London. 9 February – American Revolution: British Parliament declares Massachusetts in rebellion. 22 March – American Revolution: Edmund Burke's speech before the British Parliament on conciliation with the American colonies.

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The Revolutionary War (1775-83), also known as the American Revolution, arose from growing tensions between residents of Great Britain’s 13 North American colonies and the colonial government,...