Misc: Who famously said "if in doubt, tell the truth."?

Questions

In 1775 Minutemen Capt John ---------- orders not to fire unless fired upon Revolution begins-Lexington Common, shot "heard round the world"?

In 1782 ---------- recognizes US ?

In 1839 Treaty of London constitutes ---------- an independent kingdom ?

In 1877 Ole ---------- inventor (outboard marine engine), born ?

In 1892 Charles ---------- takes 1st American-made auto out for a spin ?