The American Revolutionary War started on April 19, 1775, at the towns of Lexington and Concord.

On September 3, 1783, the United States and Great Britain signed the Treaty of Paris, formally ending the Revolutionary War.

American Revolution, also called United States War of Independence or American Revolutionary War, (1775–83), insurrection by which 13 of Great Britain’s North American colonies won political independence and went on to form the United States of America.

The First Shot. Let us consider the circumstantial evidence: First, the British accounts of the battle. Those confirmed to be on the scene to witness the first shots say the Americans fired first (referring to the hedge wall[2] or behind Buckman Tavern).

You may even hear someone use the greeting ‘g’day’. Short from the more formal, ‘good day’, g’day is used as an informal greeting by many. ‘G’day, how you going?’ A car with the Australian flag.

‘G’day mate’ is a greeting term used by many (mainly old fashioned) Australians. Basically, like saying ‘good day, friend’ but with our own twist! Bogan – Derogatory word used to describe an uncouth, unsophisticated, and low-class person (see below).

sheila. A girl or woman. This word first appeared in Australian English in 1832 with the spelling shelah. It was initially used in Australia to refer to a woman of Irish origin, but from the late 19th century onwards it became a general term for a woman or girl.

In Australia saying thank you is normally an informal thing… Australians are very grateful people, but, we don’t make a big deal of saying thank you. Now, imagine if someone does something you’re really thankful for, you’d say thanks heaps.

If you grew up in Australia, your accent is shaped by the history of Australia’s European settlement; if you grew up in New Zealand, your accent is shaped by a different history, so it sounds different. It’s automatic for us to talk in a similar way to the people around us and this feature is really strong in kids.

7 Tips: How to make new friends in Australia

1. Why making Australian friends is important.
2. Join a Social Club or Volunteer.
3. Go to Orientation Week.
4. Talk to your classmates before of after class.
5. Watch Australian TV & talk to classmates about it.
6. Discuss culture.
7. Teach Australians some of your language.
8. Join a International Friendship Program.

100 Australian Slang Words & Phrases