The American Revolution was a conflict between the thirteen American colonies and Great Britain from 1775 to 1783. The colonies sought independence due to issues like taxation without representation and British control over colonial affairs. Key events included the Boston Tea Party and the Declaration of Independence in 1776, which formally announced the colonies' desire to break away from British rule. The war involved significant battles, such as the Battle of Saratoga and the Siege of Yorktown. Ultimately, the colonies emerged victorious, leading to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which recognized the United States as an independent nation.