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Library of Congress

Loc: Treaty of Paris

For Students 9th - 10th
From the Library of Congress, this article presents detailed information about the 1783 Treaty of Paris and the end of the Revolutionary War. Contains many links to many different primary resources as well as details of the Treaty...
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PBS

Pbs: Timeline of the Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
A timeline beginning at the ascension of King George of England in 1760 and ending at the passing of the US Bill of Rights, is brief but informative. A Revolutionary War game, as well as other educational sites are available.
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Independence Hall Association

U.s. History: Yorktown and the Treaty of Paris

For Students 5th - 8th
Read about the siege of Yorktown and the inability of Cornwallis to be resupplied, resulting in his surrender of 8,000 British troops to General George Washington. The end of the Revolutionary War was finalized with the Treaty of Paris...
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A&E Television

History.com: The Patriot Financier Who Bankrolled the Revolutionary War

For Students 9th - 10th
A brash, self-made millionaire helped fund the fight for independence, but after the war, he ended up in debtor's prison. Without Robert Morris, the American Revolution may have been crushed under a mountain of debt and disarray. The...
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US Department of State

Office of the Historian: Treaty of Paris, 1783

For Students 9th - 10th
The Treaty of Paris 1783 brought an end to the Revolutionary War. Included is a synopsis of the agreement. Check out the sketch by Benjamin West as it is a powerful symbol of the division between Great Britain and America during this time.
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Digital History

Digital History: The Sections [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Soon after the end of the Revolutionary War, the characteristics of the various parts of the new United States established themselves. Find out about the sectionalism, economy, and needs in the country in the early 1800s--the...
eBook
Other

American Revolution: A Naval History of the American Revolution

For Students 9th - 10th
This online reproduction of the original 1913 text by Gardner W. Allen is organized chronologically beginning in 1775 and ending with 1783. An appendix includes source citations, a list of vessels, officers, privateers and other...
Primary
US National Archives

Our Documents: Treaty of Paris (1783)

For Students 9th - 10th
A wonderful interactive look at an original copy of the Treaty of Paris (1783). This treaty ended the Revolutionary War. Along with the original copy is a brief, informative paragraph. Also find links to larger images and downloadable...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: The Constitutional Convention

For Students 9th - 10th
Shortly after the end of the Revolutionary War, American leaders realized that the nation needed a new, stronger Constitution. But what would the new system of government look like?
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Formation of a National Government

For Students 9th - 10th
This site from the American Revolution Project discusses the state of the union at the end of the Revolutionary War and how the events of the time led to the failure of the Continental Congress and the Articles of Confederation.
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Henry J. Sage

Sage American History: The American Revolution 1778 1783

For Students 9th - 10th
Summary of ongoing events of the Revolutionary War from 1778 to the war ending with the Treaty of Paris in 1783. Includes a brief discussion on diplomacy, government and women of the Revolution.
Primary
University of Oklahoma

Univ. Of Oklahoma: The Paris Peace Treaty of 1783

For Students 9th - 10th
The complete text of the Treaty of Paris of 1783 with Britain accepting the independence of the United States and ending The Revolutionary War.
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Other

Animated Atlas: Growth of a Nation

For Students 3rd - 8th
A 10-minute movie showing the expansion of the United States after the end of the Revolutionary War. Follow the directions to start the movie and listen to the explanations.
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Digital History

Digital History: The American Revolution and Slavery

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the plans for using slaves in both the British and Continental armies during the Revolutionary War. See why some of the plans were scuttled and how the end of the war affected blacks who fought and those who remained in the...
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Library of Congress

Loc: The Treaty of Paris Is Ratified

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Continental Congress gathered to end the Revolutionary War, and solidify their independence from England with the Treaty of Paris. Briefly overviews the events, and presents a photo of the Maryland State Capital, where the delegates...
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University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: Defeats and Victories

For Students 9th - 10th
Although the Americans suffered severe setbacks for months after independence was declared, their tenacity and perseverance eventually paid off. During August 1776, in the Battle of Long Island in New York, Washington's position became...
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Other

Mount Vernon Ladies' Association: Washington and the French and Indian War

For Students 9th - 10th
Washington began his involvement with the French and Indian War by volunteering to be a Britain's emissary to the French to order them to leave British territory. However, he became mired in the conflict and ended the war when the French...
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US National Archives

National Archives: Indian Nations vs. Settlers on the American Frontier

For Teachers 9th - 10th
When the Revolutionary War ended, there was an ongoing conflict between the Native Americans and American settler in the Northwest Territory. Students will study two documents from each side of the issue and answer questions and/or hold...
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Digital History

Digital History: The Rise of the Dictators [Pdf]

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this lesson plan to explore the economic and political conditions in Europe after World War I as a result of the Treaty of Versailles that led to the rise of dictators in several countries. Read about the rise of Lenin and Stalin in...
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British Library

British Library: The American Revolution: The Peace of Paris

For Students 9th - 10th
The Peace of Paris Treaty was signed in 1783 between Britain, France, and America, ending the American Revolutionary War. It also established much of the border with Canada. This page gives a concise overview of the agreement and is part...
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Ohio History Central

Ohio History Central: French and Indian War

For Students 9th - 10th
The struggle for territory between the European countries led to the French and Indian War. This war had far-reaching consequences for the colonists and Great Britain. Discover reasons the war began and how the end of this war eventually...
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Battle of Yorktown

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about this Revolutionary War battle that took place October 19, 1781, between Great Britain and its thirteen colonies in North America that ended in a victory for the American colonists and also ended the American Revolutionary War.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Battle of Cowpens

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about this Revolutionary War battle that took place January 17, 1781, between Great Britain and its thirteen colonies in North America that ended in a long-term victory for the American colonists.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: Land of the Brave: Battle of Brandywine

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about this Revolutionary War battle that took place September 11, 1777, between Great Britain and its thirteen colonies in North America that ended in victory for the British.