American+Founding

Founding of the American Republic
This unit will focus on the crisis period and founding of our country. We will be referring frequently to this page for content and information to help make the material more understandable.

Colonial America Political Cartoons Protesting Taxation
Benjamin Franklin originally created this cartoon regarding the Albany Plan of Union. Later it would become a symbol of colonial protest against taxation.

The colonies were very unhappy with the laws and taxes Britain began imposing after the end of Salutary Neglect.

This cartoon is protesting the Stamp Act in 1765.



Political cartoon regarding the Townshend Acts in 1767.

Boston and the American Revolution
Boston served as the center for many of colonial protests against British policies. It played a crucial role in our founding and is visited every year by people from across the world eager to see the historical sites.

Notice how much the city of Boston has physically grown over the years!

Colonial State Street.

Present day State Street.

John Adams would become one of the most important patriots in the founding of our country.

Samuel Adams, the cousin of John Adams, would also become a very important and influential leader in America's Revolution. Adams led both the **Sons of Liberty** and the **Committees of Correspondence.**

We will discuss the different approaches of John and Samuel Adams in class.

The Boston Massacre, March 5, 1770

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The Battle of Bunker Hill

The Freedom Trail A map of the Freedom Trail through downtown Boston

So yes- please take pride in your beautiful city not only because of its current awesomeness, but also because of its historical meaning to America today!



Lexington and Concord
The "battle" of Lexington along with the battle of Concord represent the beginning of the American Revolution.

Why did the colonists choose to stand on Lexington Green? Be sure you understand why Mr. Stone thinks the colonists were on "strike."



The Battle of Saratoga
...was the turning point in America's war for independence. Be sure you know why...!!!

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Washington's Leadership
One of the most important themes of the Revolutionary War is the leadership of George Washington. How does this picture demonstrate Washington's leadership? This picture depicts Washington's Army crossing the Delaware River on the evening of Christmas Eve to surprise the German Hessians at Trenton.

Washington's leadership is also shown at Valley Forge where the colonial army withstood the test of standing firm in the common cause of independence.

The Declaration of Independence- July 4, 1776
The Declaration of Independence is America's mission statement. Be sure you understand this concept clearly. The following videos are helpful in understanding the historical significance of the Declaration.



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It was during this time, the American flag became an important and lasting symbol for our country.

Yorktown
Yorktown represents the final battle of the American Revolution sealing America's victory.



This famous painting depicts the official surrender at Yorktown.

The lasting legacy of the American Revolution leaves a worldwide impact to this day.