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World War 1
t was one of the deadliest wars in history it lasted 4 years. It was between the central forces and td allies. I -
America enters WWI
Germany attacked submarines carrying americans. they got killed so president wilson declared he was entering the war to fight against germany. -
Race riots in Omaha
the whites were showing hostility to the blacks which ultimately started these riots. Will brown was lynched, and 2 white rioters were killed. Many others were injured. -
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The Great Depression
The great depression was when stock prices fell suddenly. the economy struggled and so did thousands of people. later the stock market crashed. -
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The Dust Bowl
This was when very bad dust storms covered most of the states causing significant losses in all areas of the economy. Many people moved to california to escape the dust. -
The first session of the Unicameral
during their first session they adopted a bill formally calling the members senators. -
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World War 2
It was basically the same as WW1 but the Great Powers joined the Allies to fight the Axis. -
America enters WW2
After the bombing of pearl harbor the US jumped into the war fighting against Japan. -
First POWs in Nebraska
Thè first group of 600 German POWs showed up at Fort Robinson. They were treated very well. -
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SAC is at Offutt Air Force Base
SAC moved to offut to use as their main base. They stayed there for quite some time. They chose this location because they were out of range of the missiles and bombs. -
UNL Students protest the Vietnam War
Many students went on strike and skipped classes to show their disapproval of the war. They wanted the war to end. -
The End of the Cold War
This was when the cold war ended. the cold war was a war not involving any weapons.