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Declaration of Independence
Declaration of Independence is signed to announce and explain the U.S seperation from Great Britain. -
Mexico's Independence
Mexico's war against Spain for independence is over when Spain surrenders. -
Battle of San Jacinto
The Texian army led by Sam Houston fought against Santa Anna and his troops. The battle lasted only 18 minutes, but it made a big difference when the Texian army attacked the Mexican army when they weren't prepared. Santa Anna signed the peace treaty that let the Republic of Texas become an independent country. -
Civil Rights Movement march on Washington DC
Martin Luther King, Jr gave his famous "I have a dream' speech on the march on Washington DC.The march helped the Civil Rights Movement pass the bill to let them be free to make their own choices.