The American Revolution was history's first conflict fought in the name of the universal philosophy of law, constitutional rights, and self-government. Ketchum says, “It was the event that gave birth to our nation, gave common purpose to diverse peoples, and ignited a beacon of hope that inspires the oppressed to this day. » I believe the Revolutionary War was the most important event in our nation's history, stabilizing the United States on the path to democracy. The result was the drafting of the Article of Confederation, the Constitution, and Britain's recognition of the United States as an independent nation under the Treaty of Paris. The Constitution embodied democracy, guaranteed religious freedom, and increased the size and authority of the legislative branch by incorporating the judicial, executive, and legislative branches of government. The Revolutionary War was more than a revolt against trade regulations and unjust taxes; it was the beginning of independence from Great Britain following the Declaration of Independence. It was the first succession of many rev...