The American Revolution

The American Revolution was a transformative political upheaval in the British Thirteen Colonies from 1765 to 1789, culminating in the <a href="/article/american-revolutionary-war">American Revolutionary War</a> (1775–1783) and the birth of the United States of America. It was a struggle for independence driven by grievances over British policies, taxation without representation, and a growing sense of distinct American identity. The Revolution established a new nation founded on principles of self-governance, liberty, and republicanism, profoundly influencing global political thought.