Adams, Samuel - BiographySamuel Adams was a Founding Father, member of the Continental Congress, Signer of the Declaration of Independence, and a leading proponent of colonial independence from Great Britain. After the Revolution, Adams served four terms as Governor of Massachusetts.
Adams, Samuel - Instructions to Boston's Representatives, May 28, 1764, TextIn response to the Sugar Act, the Boston Town Meeting sent a letter to its representatives in the Massachusetts legislature with instructions on how to respond to the new law. The letter was written by Samual Adams.
Adams, Samuel - Letter to James Warren, Boston Port Act, TextIn 1774, Parliament passed the Boston Port Act as punishment for the Boston Tea Party. The Act closed the Port of Boston. When the news of the Act reached Boston, Samuel Adams wrote this letter to James Warren. Adams wrote this letter on May 14, 1774.
Adams, Samuel - QuotesSamuel Adams was a Founding Father who helped shape the ideas that led to the American Revolution. This collection includes important quotes from Samuel Adams about Liberty, the American Revolution, and other significant topics.
Adams, Samuel - Rights of the Colonists, Boston Pamphlet, TextSamuel Adams wrote the "Rights of the Colonists" in 1772 for the Boston Committee of Correspondence. The document was the first part of the "Boston Pamphlet," which was written in protest of Britain's decision to pay the salaries of politicians and judges, instead of the colonial legislatures, which created a conflict of interest.
Addams, JaneJane Addams was a pioneer in the field of social reform involved in the Settlement House Movement. She is most famous for founding Hull House and for being the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.
Administration of Justice Act, SummaryThe Administration of Justice Act was one of five laws enacted by the British Parliament in 1774 in response to the Boston Tea Party. Collectively, the acts were known as the Coercive Acts, or the Intolerable Acts.
Administration of Justice Act, TextThe Administration of Justice Act became law on May 20, 1774. It was one of the Coercive Acts passed by Parliament to punish Massachusetts and Boston for the Boston Tea Party. The act was designed to protect British officials from being tried for crimes committed in the colonies. It gave the Royal Governors the authority to send officials to Britain, or other territories in the British Empire, to stand trial in the event the governor believed the accused would not receive a fair trial.
Agriculture in Colonial America (1607–1763) — Overview, Facts, HistoryAgriculture formed the foundation of the economy in Colonial America, from the settlement of Jamestown through the establishment of the independent United States. It was the dominant economic activity in the American Colonies, rivaled only by the Fur Trade.
Aix-la-Chapelle, Treaty — Summary, Facts, SignificanceThe Treaty of Aix-la-Chapelle was a peace agreement signed on October 18, 1748, that ended the War of the Austrian Succession (Europe) and King George’s War (the third French and Indian War). Ultimately, the treaty failed to resolve the struggle for control of North America between Britain and France, which contributed to the outbreak of the French and Indian War in 1754.
Alamo, Battle — Day 1On February 23, 1836, Mexican forces arrived at San Antonio and demanded the surrender of the Texas garrison at the Alamo. The Texans responded by firing their cannons, signaling their refusal. The Mexican artillery returned fire, starting the Siege of the Alamo.
Alamo, Battle — Day 10The Battle of the Alamo continued on March 3, 1836. On this day, William B. Travis was notified reinforcements were on the way. Unfortunately, these reinforcements never appeared, meanwhile, the Mexicans received more than 1,000 reinforcements.
Alamo, Battle — Day 11The Battle of the Alamo continued on March 4, 1836. On this day, Mexican artillery batteries were moved closer to the Alamo and the bombardment continued.
Alamo, Battle — Day 12The Battle of the Alamo continued on March 5, 1836. On this day, the Mexican army was within 200 yards of the walls of the Alamo. Santa Anna announced to his officers that he intended to assault the Alamo the next day. William B. Travis drew a line in the sand and asked who would stay and defend the Alamo.
Alamo, Battle — Day 13The Battle of the Alamo continued on March 6, 1836. On this day, Mexican forces overwhelmed the Texan garrison. Despite the heroic efforts of the Texans, they were defeated after a bloody battle that lasted for 90 minutes.
Alamo, Battle — Day 2The Siege of the Alamo continued on February 24, 1836. On this day, William B. Travis took command of the Alamo, the two sides exchanged artillery fire, and Travis wrote his famous “Victory or Death” letter. Travis gave the letter to Captain Albert Martin and sent him to Gonzales.
Alamo, Battle — Day 3The Battle of the Alamo continued on February 25, 1836. On this day, Mexican forces tried to occupy small huts on the southwest corner of the Alamo. A skirmish ensured and the Texans burned the huts. Mexican forces built more artillery batteries. James W. Fannin left Goliad and headed toward the Alamo with Texan reinforcements.
Alamo, Battle — Day 4The Battle of the Alamo continued on February 26, 1836. On this day, cold temperatures and rain slowed operations around the Alamo. A minor skirmish took place outside the walls of the Alamo when Texans went to collect water.
Alamo, Battle — Day 5The Battle of the Alamo continued on February 27, 1836. On this day, Mexican forces continued to build batteries and siege lines around the Alamo. Mexican forces cut off the water supply to the Alamo.
Alamo, Battle — Day 6The Battle of the Alamo continued on February 28, 1836. On this day, Mexican forces conducted a lengthy bombardment of the Alamo and moved closer to the walls.
