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American Flag Designed
Betsy Ross creates the American flag. This moves the drive for freedom even more. -
Declaration of Independence signed
Declared the thirteen American colonies' separation from Great Britain. The document asserts that all people have certain unalienable rights, including life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. -
End of American Revolution
The US fought to gain independence on this day and won. This demonstrated the possibility of successful resistance against powerful empires. -
US Constution
This established the structure of the US government, and brought protection to the US citizens. -
Washington
Washington becomes first US leader. Washington helped establish a strong, well-funded national government. -
Louisiana Purchase
Louisiana purchased was made from France for 15 million dollars, which is equivalent to 340 million today. It now makes up 15 states of the US today. -
Lewis and Clark
Lewis and Clarks's expedition expanded and helped with the idea of Manifest Destiny. The expedition really strengthened the U.S. claim over the areas that would eventually become Oregon and Washington. -
War of 1812
The War of 1812 brought back free trade in the US and put a stop to impressment. This War had a hand in the creation of the star spangled banner. -
Texas added as a State
Texas becomes the 28th state. The Senate approved Texas's statehood on February 27, 1845, and the House of Representatives approved it the next day. -
Civil War begins
This War was between the US itself, confederate (South) vs union (North). This War ultimately brought the US back together as a whole.