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Jamestown
The first permanent American colony is established. -
John Winthrop
We must consider that we shall be as a City on a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us. -
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Enlightenment
Burst of intellectual energy taking place in Europe. -
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The French and Indian War
The French ally with the the Natives to drive out the Brithish from North America. -
Patrick Henry
"I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give liberty, or give me death!" - Patrick Henry at the second Verginia Convention. -
Declaration of Independence
The colonies declared themselves to be free and independent. They the fought and defeated on of the greatest military powers on earth to turn their declaration into reality. -
USA is Born
The constitution is approved and the United States of America becomes an independent country.