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Oct 12, 1492
Columbus and the Ocean Blue
Christopher Columbus took some of his bravest men to sail across the Atlantic Ocean in search of the "New World". So, Columbus founded America. -
Thirteen Colonies
The Americans settled in the first Thirteen Colonies of America. The colonies were: Georgia, Deleware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maryland, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, New York, Rhode Island, New Hampshire. -
Benjamin Franklin's Discovery
Benjamin Franklin discovered electricity on a stormy night using only a key and a kite. -
The Sugar Act
King George the third passed the Sugar Act, which was the law for all Americans to pay the three-cent tax on refined sugars. -
The Quartering Act
King George passed the Quartering Act, which allowed British soliders to stay in local's homes without the consent of Parliment. -
The Stamp Act
King George the 3rd passed the Stamp Act, which was the law to pay taxes on paper products. -
The Tea Act
King George the Third isued the tea act, which was the law to tax all british tea. -
Boston Tea Party
Some of the Americans snuck out at night and dressed like Mohawks. They then tossed every barrel of tea into the Boston Bay, rebelling against the Tea Act. -
The Revolution Begins
The Americans rebelled against King George and his rule. They were tired of his laws, and was ready to fight. -
Lexington & Concord
The Battles of Lexington and Concord was the first battles of the American Revolution. This was also known as "The Shot Heard 'Round the World", since everyone wanted independence. -
The Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was sighned, sending a message to King George the third that America no longer needs him, and that they have become a seperate nation. -
Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga was a very important batle of the American Revolution, for it was the turning point in the favor of America. -
The Battle of Yorktown
Not only was the Battle of Yorktown the last battle of the Revolution, but it was the victory of America over Great Britain. -
The Steamboat Sails
John Filtch sailed the first steamboat on the Deleware River in front of the Constitutional Convention. -
First President, George Washington
The First and only president that was elected unanimously. While he was president, the White House was still being made. Sadly, he died when it was finished. -
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights became apart of our gov. constitution. They are the first ten amendments. They are:
.Freedom of speech, religion, press and assembly
.Right to bear arms.
.Troops cannot quarter in homes
.No unreasonable searches
.Numerous protections including court actions
.Right to trial
.Jury trials are exceeded in civil suits
.No excessive bail or fines and no cruel or unusual punishments
.Rights not listed are not entirely denied
.Powers not given expressly to the United States or ect. -
The Cotton Gin
A machine that automatically seperated the seeds from the cotton fibers. -
The Industrial Revolution Begins
The time period where agriculture, manufacturing, mining, transportation and technology had a profound effect on culture. -
McCormick's Reaper
The Reaper could harvest more grain then five men. It made farming and agriculture much easier. -
Trail of Tears
Native Americans were forced to move, most of them Cherokee, Creek, Siminole, and Choctaw nations.
