Timeline of the American Revolution
In 1775, 13 British colonies in North America began an eight-year insurrection that changed the course of history. What caused the American Revolution? And what happened during the conflict? From controversial taxes to the battlefield and beyond, we explore the road to revolution and the creation of the United States.
Citation Information
Article Title:
Timeline of the American Revolution
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
15 April 2025
Access Date:
April 20, 2025