The Revolutionary Roots: Tracing America’s Fight for Independence
The American Revolutionary War (1775-1783) saw thirteen colonies break free from British control due to factors like unjust taxation and landmark events like the Boston Massacre and the Boston Tea Party. The victory at the Siege of Yorktown marked a significant military culmination, followed by international involvement which aided the American cause. Upon war cessation, the Treaty of Paris officially recognized American independence. This war shaped America’s rules, culture, and living principles, leading to the drafting of the US constitution, thereby establishing a robust system of governance for an emerging republic.
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