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Explore key moments of the American Revolution, from the House of Burgesses in Virginia to Paul Revere's Midnight Ride and the Shot Heard Round the World. Learn about influential figures like Patrick Henry, Samuel Adams, and more. Delve into the pivotal events that shaped America's fight for independence and watch Liberty Kids video to see history come alive.
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House of Burgesses • The Revolution was strictly occurring in Boston because of all the shipping. • The House of Burgesses met in Virginia. • Patrick Henry delivered his famous quote, “Give me liberty, or give me death.” • He convinced Virginia to join in the cause.
Samuel Adams • Founded the Sons of Liberty • A big leader in the American Revolution
Paul Revere-The Midnight Right • April 18, 1775 • 700 soldiers marched from Boston to Concord. • Patriot militias had been storing weapons in Concord. The British soldiers were going to destroy their supplies. • Through observation, Paul Revere suspected something was going on, so the colonists hid the supplies.
The Shot Heard Round the World • “At 5 a.m. on April 19, William Diamond began to beat his drum.” This was the warning for the minutemen. • The start of the Revolution. • Liberty Kids Video