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Revolutionary War
This event is significant because it is the first war the Untied States fought and it was won by the United States with the help of France -
The Declaration of Independence
The US declared its separation from Great Britain and made itself an independent country -
Civil War
This event is significant because it was the first time a state seceded from the United States. It was also a very bloody battle that changed the United States forever -
World War 1
This event is significant because from the war new war machines and tactics were formed. It showed the destruction of war and the United Nations were created. -
World War 2
World War 2 is significant to US history because we helped come to the aid of Great Britain and helped fight the Nazis in Europe. We also fought Japan and developed the world´s first atomic bomb. -
The dropping of the atomic bomb
This event is significant because it was the first time that anyone had witnessed the mass destruction of this weapon. It also gave other countries an idea to create a weapon of that magnitude. -
Korean War
The Korean War is significant because it developed the relationships we have with both North and South Korea today. -
Vietnam War
The Vietnam War is significant because many people were against the war and didnt want the U.S. to be involved anymore. -
Assasination of Kennedy
This is significant because it was the second time a president was killed. It hurt America because it happened in a time of need. -
9/11
This event is significant because America was attacked at home and many people died. It also changed airport rules and regulations.
