The document provides a summary of key events and influences during the American Revolution in 28 slides with accompanying images, including: - John Locke's ideas on natural rights and social contract theory influenced revolutionary thinkers. - The revolution established a democratic republic with three branches of government and separation of powers based on Locke's principles. - Major events that increased tensions included the Boston Tea Party and Intolerable Acts. - The Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, formally separating the colonies from Britain. - After the war, the Articles of Confederation provided the first framework of government but had structural issues resolved by the Constitution of 1787.