The American Revolution started on April 19, 1775, with the battles of Lexington and Concord. It ended on September 3, 1783, when the Treaty of Paris was signed, officially concluding the conflict and recognizing American independence. The war lasted about eight years, with major hostilities winding down after the decisive American victory at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781.
Key Dates:
- Start: April 19, 1775 (Battles of Lexington and Concord)
- End: September 3, 1783 (Treaty of Paris signed)
The American Revolution was a colonial rebellion against British rule, led by the Thirteen Colonies to establish the United States as an independent nation. The conflict involved significant military engagements and political developments including the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and the eventual British recognition of independence in 1783.
