1776 is celebrated in the United States as the official beginning of the nation, with the Declaration of Independence of the Thirteen Colonies from the British Empire issued on July 4.

Historical events from year 1776. Learn about 77 famous, scandalous and important events that happened in 1776 or search by date or keyword.

Few years in U.S. history were more momentous than 1776. The Continental Congress signed the Declaration of Independence and named the new country the United States of America.

Jul 2, 2025 · The events of 1776 laid the foundation for the United States of America as we know it today. The Declaration of Independence established a new paradigm for governance, based on the …

Nov 25, 2025 · American Revolution - The Battle for New York: Having made up its mind to crush the rebellion, the British government sent General Howe and his brother, Richard, Admiral Lord Howe, …

1776 Timeline 1776 "Common Sense." Thomas Paine moved many to the cause of independence with his pamphlet titled "Common Sense." In a direct, simple style, he cried out against King George III …

Nov 10, 2025 · The full history of 1776 reveals that the most consequential shift that year was not one of battle lines but of ideology: the rejection of monarchism as a core American value.