# American Revolution
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## TL;DR

The American Revolution (1775-1783) was the revolt of thirteen American colonies against British rule. Declaration of Independence (July 4, 1776, Jefferson). Revolutionary War (1775-1783): colonists, with French support, defeated British. Result: United States of America founded on republican principles.

## Core Explanation

Causes: 'No taxation without representation,' Boston Tea Party (1773). Key battles: Bunker Hill (1775), Saratoga (1777, turning point — France joined), Yorktown (1781, British surrender). Treaty of Paris (1783): Britain recognized US independence. Constitution (1787, ratified 1788): federal system, three branches, Bill of Rights (1791). First modern republic based on Enlightenment principles.

## Further Reading

- [1776 (David McCullough)](https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/1776/David-McCullough/9780743226721)