1776-1860

By Hannah curtis
  • Declaration of Independence

    Declaration of Independence

    The Declaration of Independence is adopted by Congress. officially making the american colonies independent and starting the Revolutionary War.
  • Siege of Yorktown

    Siege of Yorktown

    The decisive battle of the Revolutionary War, where George Washington's army defeated British General Cornwallis.
  • Constitutional Convention

    Constitutional Convention

    Delegates from 12 states meet in Philadelphia to write the U.S. Constitution.
  • the Cotton Gin

    the Cotton Gin

    Eli Whitney's invention of the cotton gin revolutionizes cotton production and increased demand for slaves.
  • Louisiana Purchase

    Louisiana Purchase

    The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory from France for $15 million, doubling the size of the country.
  • War of 1812

    War of 1812

    The United States declares war on Britain over maritime rights and territorial expansion. The war ends in a stalemate, but it solidifies American independence.
  • Missouri Compromise

    Missouri Compromise

    The U.S. Congress passed the Missouri Compromise, making Missouri a slave state and Main a free state, and establishing a boundary between future slave and free territories.
  • Texas Declaration of Independence

    Texas Declaration of Independence

    Texas declares its independence from Mexico, leading to the Texas Revolution.
  • Mexican-American War

    Mexican-American War

    A conflict between the U.S. and Mexico after the annexation of Texas. The U.S. victory leads to the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, the U.S. acquires California, New Mexico, and other territories.
  • Abraham Lincoln Elected President

    Abraham Lincoln Elected President

    Abraham Lincoln wins the U.S. presidential election as the first Republican candidate.