Headlines from history

Briefly surveys the Revolutionary War and describes the battle at Yorktown which forced the British to surrender and ended the war.

Briefly describes George Washington's role in the American Revolution and his tenure as the first United States president.

Briefly describes the military exploits of Benedict Arnold, first for the Americans and later for the British.

Discusses the historic ride to announce the coming of British troops to Massachusetts at the beginning of the Revolutionary War.

Describes the series of events which led up to the Boston Tea Party and explains how this act helped bring about the war for independence.

Describes the incidents leading up to the Boston Massacre, the event itself, the trial following it, and its importance in American history.