1. From Revolution to Independence
How the Colonies Went From Revolt to Declaring Independence

2. The Siege of Boston

3. The Siege of Boston Fort Ticonderoga
Several events led up to the fight for control over Boston, the center of Colonial Rebellion
Fort Ticonderoga
Formation of the Second Continental Congress
Bunker Hill
The Siege of Boston

4. One Last Attempt at Peace…the Olive Branch Petition
Addressed to the King himself
Reaffirming willingness to submit as British Subjects
His response?

6. Winning Support for Independence
Washington Successfully Forces the British out of Boston
Thomas Paine writes Common Sense
Winning Support for Independence

7. Social Contract Theory Divine Right Theory
John Locke
Consent of the Governed
Unalienable Rights
God gives the king authority
Rebellion against the king is rebellion against God
Thomas Paine’s essay won over many colonists who were on the fence about separating from England. It laid the philosophical groundwork for the Declaration of Independence.

8. Declaring Independence
Written by Thomas Jefferson
Officially adopted on July 4, 1776
No going back
Declaring Independence

9. “…we mutually pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes, and our sacred honor.”

10. Why attack King George III in the Declaration of Independence?
Who does he represent?
Who does Parliament represent?