batttle of lexington and concord Try Wikispaces Classroom now. Brand new from Wikispaces. guest Join | Help | Sign In reinsteinrevolution2010 Home guest| Join | Help | Sign In Turn off "Getting Started" Loading... map of thirteen colonies Second Cotinental Congress The First Continental Congress adjourns on 26 October 1774, but delegates resolve to reconvene in May 1775 if Parliament does not address their grievances. Delegates return to their respective colonies and play a vital role in ensuring that Congress's mandates are implemented. In London, Parliamentary factions debate the merits of offering concessions to the colonies, although the British ministry takes no official notice of Congress's petitions and addresses. On 30 November 1774, "the die is cast" when King George III opens Parliament with a speech condemning Massachusetts and the Suffolk Resolves. It is clear that Congress will need to meet again. War breaks out in Massachusetts on 19 April 1775. Congress resolves to prepare for war but continues to seek reconciliation. Petitions and declarations stir up patriotic sentiment, but that alone will not win the war. On 14 June, Congress creates a continental army and appoints George Washington commander-in-chief.
thirteen colonies map Coming of the American Revolution: Document Viewer Extending an Olive BranchPrepare for war or seek peace? This is the question before the Continental Congress in the spring of 1775. Delegates eventually agree on a comprehensive strategy. Colonies are urged to prepare for war by training militia and gathering supplies. Congress, meanwhile, will continue to pursue reconciliation. On 8 July Congress adopts a petition to the king, hoping he will intervene in Parliament on the colonies' behalf. To examine the entire issue of this newspaper, please see the online display of the New-England Chronicle: or, The Essex Gazette, 24-31 August 1775. Questions to Consider 1. 2. 3. Further Exploration 4. 5.
The American Revolution (1775-1783) Videos - Free US History I Tutorials & Lectures About this chapter U.S. History I: The American Revolution As the American Revolution begins, so do our lessons. The American Revolution was all about freedom, and with freedom came a new government. Speaking of independence, you've likely heard of a little document called the Declaration of Independence. At the heart of the war were the people. George Washington was a key player in the war. As the American Revolutionary War winds down, the lessons will cover the southern colonies and the last-ditch efforts of the British to take control over these areas. With the conclusion of the war, the lessons will then go into covering how the war changed society in America and its impact on social status. As the American Revolution begins, so do our lessons.
- Top 20 Sites and Apps for Creating Timelines A while back I created a list of top 10 sites for creating timelines. Well, since that time mobile learning has really integrated into education and apps have been developed to accomplish this task. I've created a new list combined with apps and sites that are ideal for creating timelines. This list is in alphabetical order. American History Timeline - A excellent iPad for viewing America's history. cross-posted on