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The Battles of Lexington and Concord
The first military push of the Revolutionary War was the first major American victory of the war as well. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
It was a war that had tragic losses for Washington, as the severe cold and loss of materials and diseases would cause a hard war to be fought. -
Benedict Arnold turns traitor
Benedict Arnold would betray America, meeting with a high British official. -
The Battle of Cowpens
It was a striking victory for America, as it would further push the British away from American territories. -
The USS Constitution defeats the HMS Guerriere
A naval battle against America and the British that would lead to a U.S. victory. -
The Battle of Baltimore
Part of the British and American wars in 1812, as America battle against land and water scurmishes. -
The Battle of New Orleans
A battle at New Orleans proved as one of the biggest victories of the war on land and would prevent British forces from obtaining a critical advantage. -
The Election of Andrew Jackson
Jackson would win the election and would function as a transition from a first-party voting system to a two-party voting system. -
The Battle of the Alamo
During the Texas Revolution, a massive attack was held on the Alamo, and it was eventually reclaimed by Mexico. -
Mexico loses California, New Mexico, and Arizona
Mexico would trade all of California, New Mexico, and Arizona for 15$ Million. -
Abraham Lincoln Elected President
Abraham Lincoln was elected as the 16th president of the United States. -
South Carolina secedes from the United States
Charleston Mercury would be one of the first people to leave the union after Lincoln's election, causing South Carolina to leave the U.S. -
The First Battle of Bull Run
The first battle of the Civil War, with the Confederate's firepower caused a fleeting retreat. -
The Battle of Gettysburg
A three-day battle that was held in Gettysburg. -
The Treaty at Appomattox Courthouse
A battle that would lead to Lee signing a formal surrender and finishing the war. -
The sinking of the USS Maine
The U.S.S Maine would be sent to help with Cuba's dispute but would be sunk when her front gunpowder mags exploded. -
Battle of the Philippines (Spanish American War, not World War II)
A Spanish fleet that was guarding the Philippines had been vanquished through the use of naval bombardment by the U.S. -
The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem
President Herbert would write "Star Spangled Banner" as the U.S. national anthem.