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The United states bought the Louisiana Territory from France for $15 minion. -
The War of 1812 began because Brittan started to restrict Americas ability to trade and expand. -
The Treaty of Ghent was signed bringing an end to the war of 1812. -
Abraham Lincoln was elected as president of the United States. -
The first state secedes from the union leading to the start of the Civil War.
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the bloodiest day in American history takes place during the Battle of Antietam. -
The Emancipation Proclamation was passed, freeing southern slaves.
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The Battle of Gettysburg resulted in a Union victory, ending the Civil War. -
John Wilkes Booth assassinated Abraham Lincoln in fords theater.