January 3 » American General George Washington defeats British General Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Princeton.
July 31 » The U.S. Second Continental Congress passes a resolution that the services of Gilbert du Motier, Marquis de Lafayette "be accepted, and that, in consideration of his zeal, illustrious family and connexions, he have the rank and commission of major-general of the United States."
September 3 » American Revolutionary War: During the Battle of Cooch's Bridge, the Flag of the United States is flown in battle for the first time.
November 15 » American Revolutionary War: After 16 months of debate the Continental Congress approves the Articles of Confederation.
November 29 » San Jose, California, is founded as Pueblo de San José de Guadalupe by José Joaquín Moraga. It is the first civilian settlement, or pueblo, in Alta California.
December 17 » American Revolution: France formally recognizes the United States.
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