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1800's timeline
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Cotton Gin
A machine that separated cotton seeds from the cotton so it caused a need of slaves and ultimately hurt the north and souths relations. -
The War of 1812
It was a war between the U.S. and Great Britain. It expanded the power of the government. Made peace with Britain. And gave the U.S. native american territory -
Henry Clay's American System
The policy promoting industries in the U.S. and placing a tariff on foreign goods. This expanded the power of the government. -
Missouri Compromise
Formed a line that did not allow slavery above that line in the Louisiana Purchase. This separated the North from the Soth -
Monroe Doctrine
A policy that didn't not allow European colonialism in the country. This made the government more powerful. -
The Alamo
A battle between Texans and the Mexicans. The Texans held off the large Mexican army which allowed Texas to join the U.S. This expanded the territory. -
Trail of Tears
a series of different relocations of Native Americans by the U.S. Increased americas territory -
Manifest Destiny
an understanding that the expansion of america was inevitable. Ultimately expanded the U.S.'s territory -
America Mexico war
A war between america and mexico over the annex of texas. This hurt our power since we had to invest money and soldiers but also gave the south a state which further divides the north and south. -
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo
A peace treaty signed by America and Mexico to end their war. America won land from Mexico after the war expanding our landmass.
