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The history of Virginia in the American Revolution begins with the role the Colony of Virginia played in early dissent against the British government and culminates with the defeat of General Cornwallis by the allied forces at the Siege of Yorktown in 1781, an event that
The Revolutionary Era in Virginia. Virginia—the largest and most populous colony—played a major role in winning independence and determining the values and aspirations of the new nation. At both the start and end of the Revolutionary War, Virginia became a battlefield.
Virginia - Colonial, Revolution, Statehood: Virginians were among the leaders of the American Revolution and of the events leading to it, including the convening of the First Continental Congress, a body of delegates to speak on behalf of the colonies, in 1774.
Dynamic Dominion. The American Revolution (1775–1783) was a watershed moment that reshaped the course of history. It marked the triumph of an idea—that a people could govern themselves—and established the United States as a republic. In addition to securing America’s independence from British rule, the American Revolution sowed the ...
Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, the Revolutionary War, and US Independence in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Join Virginia to commemorate the American Revolution and mark 250 years since the birth of a nation and our continuing march toward a more perfect Union.
American Revolution. The American Revolution broke the legal and political ties between Virginia and Great Britain, and the Virginia Constitution of 1776 abolished the royal form of government and created a republic. Ultimate political authority thereafter rested with the people.
Established in 2020 to commemorate Virginia’s role in the 250th anniversary of American independence, the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission (VA250) aims to form a more perfect union by educating Virginians about their history and civic duty and sharing diverse narratives that capture Virginia’s complete story and role in shaping ...
