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Signing of the Declaration of Independence
The most significant historical event in America during 1776 was the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, which formally declared the 13 American colonies' separation from Great Britain, in which the document outlined the reasons why the colonies were seeking independence from British rule and eventually lead to their freedom. -
George Washington elected as President
George Washington, the commander of the Continental Army during the Revolutionary War, is unanimously elected the first president of the United States by all 69 presidential electors who cast their votes. -
George Washington delivered his Farewell Address
In 1796, George Washington delivered his Farewell Address, which was published in a newspaper article on September 17. In the address, Washington announced his decision not to seek a third term as president. Warned against permanent alliances with foreign nations. Emphasized the importance of national unity and the need to avoid political parties and other aspects for America's Future. -
President George Washingtons Death
On the evening of December 14, 1799, at Mount Vernon, George Washington the first President of the United States passed away of a throat infection. He was buried four days later in the family vault at Mount Vernon. -
Start of the War of 1812
was fought between the United States and Great Britain, primarily over the impressment of American sailors by the British Navy, as well as disagreements over trade, western expansion, and Native American policy. -
Treaty of Ghent end of War of 1812
The war ended inconclusively after three years of fighting. On December 24, 1814, the Treaty of Ghent was signed, officially ending the war and creating peace between the British and the United States. -
James Monroe becomes President
James Monroe becomes president. Monroe's presidency was marked by a period of peace and economic stability, which became known as the "Era of Good Feelings". Some of his notable achievements include,the acquisition of Florida from Spain. The Missouri Compromise of 1820, which peacefully settled the first conflict over slavery under the Constitution. The Monroe Doctrine, which became a major tenet of U.S. foreign policy in the Western Hemisphere -
Missouri Compromise
The most significant historical event in America in 1820 was the passing of the Missouri Compromise, which admitted Maine as a free state and Missouri as a slave state, effectively attempting to balance the power between free and slave states and temporarily resolving tensions over slavery by defining a boundary line for slavery in the Louisiana Purchase territory -
John Quincy Adams becomes President
John Quincy Adams, son of John and Abigail Adams, served as the sixth President of the United States from 1825 to 1829. A member of multiple political parties over the years, he also served as a diplomat, a Senator, and a member of the House of Representatives. -
Indian Removal Act
Passed by Congress on May 28, this act led to the forced relocation of Indigenous peoples from the southeast to west of the Mississippi River. The Trail of Tears was a brutal journey that resulted in the deaths of thousands of Cherokees