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Thomas Jefferson writes the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence showed that the colonists had a right to separate from the King and could have their own government. It was approved on July 4, 1776. -
The U.S. Constitution is adopted
The United States Constitution established America's national government and essential laws. It also guaranteed certain basic right for America's citizens. It was signed on September 17, 1787 in Philadelphia. -
George Washington becomes President
George Washington is the first president of United States of America. He served from 1789-1797. -
War of 1812
Fought between the United States and the United Kingdom over British violations of U.S. maritime rights. Ended with the Treaty of Ghent. -
The Underground Railroad Begins
A network of meeting places, passageways and secret routes used by African Americans to escape slavery and go to free states up North. -
Uncle Tom's Cabin is Published
Written by Harriet Beecher Stowe and becomes a best seller. It exposed slavery and many said was the cause of the war. -
Red Cross
The International Red Cross forms in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded to help protect human life and save many lives. -
President Lincoln is Assassinated
John Wilkes Booth shoots Lincoln at Ford's Theater in Washington, D.C.
