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Thomas Jefferson is elected
Thomas Jefferson was elected as the third president of the United States. This was one of the first peaceful transitions of power within the new country. -
Louisiana Purchase
The Purchase of this territory largely grew the land of the U.S. -
Robert Fulton Invents Steam Boat
This invention allowed Robert Fulton to begin the first steamboat service carrying people between cities in New York. -
Battle of New Orleans
Andrew Jackson lead the U.S. in this battle and led them to victory. This popularized Jackson and helped him win the presidency to follow. -
Alamo Falls
Mexican forces were able to trap and overtake the army of Texas and were able to take the Alamo over. -
Homestead Act
This act allowed people that had not fought against the U.S. to claim a share of land. -
Emancipation Proclamation is Signed
Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation which began total abolition of slavery in the U.S. -
U.S. Declares War on Mexico
President James K. Polk allowed the U.S. to declare war on Mexico after a Senate vote. This war began over a territorial dispute between the two countries. -
Andrew Jackson is Elected
Andrew Jackson was elected president as the candidate for the Democratic Party. -
Transcontinental Railroad is Completed
This railroad allowed the country to grow economically and industrially.