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Jamestown
Jamestown was the first permanent European settlement in America. It was founded by the English in Virginia in 1605. It was established to look for gold, and they barely survived the first winter -
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American Revolution
The American Revolution was when we fought England for our Independence. It was important because we gained our independence after we won -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was the document that declared our independence from England. It was important because it united the colonies, and gave them all a common goal. -
Treaty of Paris
The Treaty of Paris was the document that showed that England declared us to be our own country. It was important because we finally became our own independent country. -
US Constitution
The Constitution established our basic laws, gave the people their rights, and explained how the government would work. It was important because it gave the people their basic rights, and improved on the Articles of Confederation.
