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The American Revolution (1775–1783) marked the transition of the American colonies from British rule to independence, driven by dissatisfaction over taxation and lack of representation. Key events included the Boston Tea Party, the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and significant battles like Saratoga and Yorktown. The war concluded with the Treaty of Paris in 1783, establishing U.S. independence and promoting ideals of liberty and democracy, though these were not fully realized for all groups.

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The American Revolution (1775–1783) marked the transition of the American colonies from British rule to independence, driven by dissatisfaction over taxation and lack of representation. Key events included the Boston Tea Party, the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776, and significant battles like Saratoga and Yorktown. The war concluded with the Treaty of Paris in 1783, establishing U.S. independence and promoting ideals of liberty and democracy, though these were not fully realized for all groups.

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The American Revolution (1775–1783)

The American Revolution was a foundational event in United States history, marking the
transition from a group of British colonies to an independent nation. The revolution was caused
by growing dissatisfaction among the American colonists with British rule, especially over issues
like taxation without representation, lack of colonial voice in Parliament, and British economic
control. Key events leading up to the war included the Stamp Act (1765), which imposed taxes
on paper goods, and the Townshend Acts (1767), which taxed everyday items like glass and
tea. These acts angered the colonists, leading to protests, boycotts, and eventually violent
confrontations.

One of the most famous protests was the Boston Tea Party in 1773, where colonists dumped
British tea into Boston Harbor to protest taxation. Britain responded harshly with the Coercive
Acts (also known as the Intolerable Acts), prompting further resistance. Tensions escalated until
fighting broke out at the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775, considered the first battles
of the war.

In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted, asserting the colonies' right to break
from Britain and listing grievances against King George III. The war itself saw many ups and
downs, but key turning points included the Battle of Saratoga (1777), which convinced France
to join the American cause, and the Battle of Yorktown (1781), where British General
Cornwallis surrendered.

The war formally ended with the Treaty of Paris in 1783, recognizing U.S. independence. The
American Revolution had profound impacts, not just politically but socially, as it encouraged
ideals of liberty, democracy, and equality—though these were not fully realized for many groups,
including women, enslaved Africans, and Native Americans.

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