American Revolution Events in Georgia

Study Notes

The French and Indian War (1754-1763) heightened tensions between colonies and Britain, leading to increased taxation and resentment in Georgia and beyond.
The Stamp Act (1765) imposed direct taxes on printed materials, igniting widespread protests and contributing to colonial unity against British policies.

Divisions emerged in Georgia between Patriots advocating for independence and Loyalists supporting British rule.
Battle of Kettle Creek (1779): A significant victory for Georgia Patriots that strengthened Southern resistance against British forces and boosted morale.
Siege of Savannah (1779): A failed attempt by American and French forces to regain control of Savannah from British occupation; remained under British control for much of the war.

Issued by Britain to stabilize relations with Native Americans, it restricted colonial expansion westward, causing frustration among Georgian settlers eager for land.

Key Georgia signers included:
- Button Gwinnett: Notable for his role in the Continental Congress and as Georgia's governor.
- Lyman Hall: Contributed to the establishment of Georgia’s independence and later served as a governor.
- George Walton: Served as a delegate to the Continental Congress and became a prominent figure in Georgia’s Revolutionary efforts.

Georgia lacked representation in the early national government under the Articles, limiting its influence and participation in crucial decisions.

10th Amendment: Affirms the principle of federalism by stating that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states, affecting Georgia's governance and state rights.

Established Georgia's government structure during the Revolutionary period.
Key figures in the creation included:
- Abraham Baldwin: Instrumental in drafting the constitution and later helped shape the U.S. government as a founding father.
- William Few: Participated in the Continental Congress and helped secure Georgia's representation in the Constitutional Convention.

The French and Indian War (1754-1763) heightened tensions between colonies and Britain, leading to increased taxation and resentment in Georgia and beyond.
The Stamp Act (1765) imposed direct taxes on printed materials, igniting widespread protests and contributing to colonial unity against British policies.

Divisions emerged in Georgia between Patriots advocating for independence and Loyalists supporting British rule.
Battle of Kettle Creek (1779): A significant victory for Georgia Patriots that strengthened Southern resistance against British forces and boosted morale.
Siege of Savannah (1779): A failed attempt by American and French forces to regain control of Savannah from British occupation; remained under British control for much of the war.

Issued by Britain to stabilize relations with Native Americans, it restricted colonial expansion westward, causing frustration among Georgian settlers eager for land.

Key Georgia signers included:
- Button Gwinnett: Notable for his role in the Continental Congress and as Georgia's governor.
- Lyman Hall: Contributed to the establishment of Georgia’s independence and later served as a governor.
- George Walton: Served as a delegate to the Continental Congress and became a prominent figure in Georgia’s Revolutionary efforts.

Georgia lacked representation in the early national government under the Articles, limiting its influence and participation in crucial decisions.

10th Amendment: Affirms the principle of federalism by stating that powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved for the states, affecting Georgia's governance and state rights.

Established Georgia's government structure during the Revolutionary period.
Key figures in the creation included:
- Abraham Baldwin: Instrumental in drafting the constitution and later helped shape the U.S. government as a founding father.
- William Few: Participated in the Continental Congress and helped secure Georgia's representation in the Constitutional Convention.