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met because of the coercive acts, which was a series of measures imposed by the british government on the colonies as a response to their resistance to new taxes. The second continental congress was assembled after the american revolutionary war in 1775 had already started. in 1776, it took an important step in declaring america's independence from britain. the congress approved the first national constitution, the articles of confederation under which the country would be governed until 1789.

On the date of June 17, 1775, in the early part of the Revolutionary War was the Battle of Bunker Hill. During this battle the British defeated the Americans, even though the Americans lost, they gained more hope and confidence, because they saw how much damage they had done to the British army. The Battle of Bunker Hill was one of the most important battles in the American Revolution, because of how the British army suffered many losses and how the Americans had so much passion into getting their

and dated June 14, 1775. It has fast-slow-fast structure and has three movements such as Allegro moderato, Andante and Allegro. Also composed in Salzburg, Mozart wrote the Violin Concerto No. 3 on September 12, 1775. Just like the others, it also has three movements: Allegro, Adagio and Allegro (Rondeau). The fourth Violin Concerto, just like the rest of the concertos, was scored for solo violin, 2 oboes, 2 horns and strings. It was composed in Salzburg and dated October 1775 as seen in Mozart’s

On the great day of August 7, 1742 one of our great generals was born. He was born in Potowomut, Rhode Island. His name was Nathanael Greene. He lived for forty four years, 1742-1786. In 1775, he joined the military. Greene was one of the most famous generals of the Revolutionary War. When he was a child his education was limited, although he received a good teaching with the available books such as the Bible. This built his moral ideals, purposes, and habits of living. Greene was a well

The time period between 1775 and 1778 was filled with crucial events that played a crucial role in turning the tide of the war of independence and bearing the proceeding victory which had been heading on a downward spiral prior to these momentous victories. In April of 1775, the fire of the war was ignited by the opening gunshots initiated by the British in a chaotic dispute with the colonists of Lexington and Concord. War was inevitable and with the colonies in disarray, delegates from each colony

4,435. It is estimated that roughly 4,435 American deaths occurred in combat during the Revolutionary War (America’s Wars 2013). This figure does not include the thousands that also would have died from disease, malnutrition, etc. This figure, likewise, does not include the deaths from the British. How could these deaths possibly be justified? For a group of colonies that prided themselves in their Christian heritage, this destruction perhaps may seem ironic. After all, the famous words of 1 John

The American Revolutionary war On April 19, 1775 The American Revolution War, was fought between Great Britain and the original thirteen British Colonies in North American. This war ended on September 3, 1783. Some events that caused this war took place in these time periods, 1764 to 1768 Sugar Act, Stamp Act, Quartering Act, Virginian Resolution, Declaratory Act, and Townshend Revenue Act. 1770 to 1775 Boston Massacre, Tea Act, Boston Tea Party, Intolerable Acts, Battle of Bunker Hill, in 1776

Field Artillery traces its history back to 1775. “However, artillery as we know it today is a proud profession that traces its origins and honorable traditions to centuries before the birth of Christ (Unknown).” In the 18th century Frederick the Great of Prussia began mounting cannoneers on the backs of horses. This in turn gave the Field Artillery great mobility and the ability to accompany cavalry. “With the development of trucks, horse artillery and horse drawn artillery evolved into the towed

For the man and women serving in the United States Air Force, stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base, celebrating Patriots day, takes on a completely new meaning. Patriots’ Day commemorates the opening battle of the American Revolution in 1775. Due to the proximity of Hanscom to the local towns who participate in the Patriots Day festivities base airmen and civilians partake in numerous activities throughout the month of April. Activities stared April 8 with the Bedford Liberty Pole Capping at Willson

October 28, 1664 as the Duke of York and Albany’s Maritime Regiment of Foot (or Admiral’s Regiment), the name Marines first appeared in the records in 1672” (Museum, RM, and Charles Stadden). This unit is now called the Royal Marines. On June 14th 1775 the Continental Congress created the Continental Army of the thirteen colonies in order to fight the British in the upcoming Revolutionary war. The Army was just an Army, it was not a special unit. Continental Congress needed something more, something