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The Winter at Valley Forge
Demonstrated American resilience during harsh conditions -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
Marked the start of the American Revolution -
Benedict Arnold Turns Traitor
Highlighted internal conflicts and loyalty issues -
The Battle of Cowpens
A pivotal Revolutionary War victory for America -
The USS Constitution defeats the HMS Guerriere
Showcased American naval power during the War of 1812 -
The Battle of Baltimore
Inspired Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner" -
The Battle of New Orleans
Last major battle of the War of 1812 -
The Election of Andrew Jackson
Marked the rise of populism and expansionism -
The Battle of the Alamo
Symbolized Texas' fight for independence -
Mexico loses California, New Mexico, and Arizona
Resulted from the Mexican-American war -
The Treaty at Appomattox Courthouse
Marked the Civil War's end -
South Carolina secedes from the United States
First state to secede, leading to the Civil War -
Abraham Lincoln Elected President
Became the 16th President of the United States and led the Union during the Civil War -
The First Battle of Bull Run
First major land battle of the Civil War -
The Battle of Gettysburg
A turning point in the Civil War and where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous speech "The Gettysburg Address" -
The Sinking of the USS Maine
Prompted the Spanish-American War -
Battle of the Philippines
Demonstrated American military expansion -
The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem
Cemented the song's status as a national symbol