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American revolution
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April Tripoli threatens war if the U.S. does not pay more tribute
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Louisiana Purchase from France for $15,000,000
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British raid and Burn Washington; are repulsed at Baltimore
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China. U.S. forces sent to protect American interests in China during chaotic revolution
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League of Nations - part of Versailles Treaty
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U.S. eager to help establish United Nations
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May Eisenhower threatens use of nuclear weapons in Korean War
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Tet Offensive in Vietnam causes political crisis at home.
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Mexican–American War begins; Oregon settlement with Britain
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Big Stick diplomacy