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Jamestown Settlement
Jamestown was the first settlement founded by men therefore i think it is important because they created it and started a new life in America. -
House of Burgesses
The House of Burgesses was important because it was the first form of democracy to the New World, changing the law formed by Thomas Dale. -
Mayflower Compact
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Bacon's Rebellion
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Boston Massacre
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Boston Tea Party
The British Colony did the right thing for standing up for what they believed in, which would to not be taxed on tea. -
Battle of Lexington and Concord
"Stand your ground. Don't fire unless fired upon, but if they mean to have a war let it begin here." These are the words of Captain John Paarker to his minutemen before battle. -
Declaration of Independance
The Declaration of Independance was an important event because it gaves us rights to live as Americans. -
Battle of Saratoga
The Battle of Saratoga was important because it was a major turning point in the war of Independance and the French became allies with the Americans to help their victory at Yorktown. -
Articles of Confederation
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Battle of Yorktown
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Treaty of Paris
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Federalist Papers
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Constitution
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Louisiana Purchase Treaty
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Lewis and Clark
Lewis and Clark were two important people because they found a route to the Pacific Ocean. -
James Madison
He was inaugurated as the fourth president. -
War of 1812
This certain war was important because the soldiers fought for the United States expansion. -
Star Spangled Banner
Francis Scott Key wrote this song the night the British attacked Fort McHenry. It is a symbol of our freedom and what people did back then to fight for their country. -
Missouri Compromise
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Alamo
The Alamo was significant because the Texans kept fighting against the Mexicans even though they were losing the battle. -
Fugitive Slave Act
