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Born
Mark Twain or Samuel L. Clemens was born on November 30th,1835. His birthplace was located in Florida, Missouri. -
Moving Away
After he was born, Twain's family moved away from Florida, Missouri to Hannibal which back then was a frequent stop for steamboats traveling the Mississippi. Samuel hoped to become one to the steam boat pilots due to the influence of them in the area. Exact date of moving is unkown -
Death of Father
Twain's father died in 1847. Because of his death, Twain's family were plunged into financial hardships. -
Apprentice River pilot
Twain begins a two year apprenticeship in order to become a licensed river pilot. He learns everything that comes with the job and also learns his soon to be pen name "Mark Twain" -
Death of Brother
Mark Twain's brother dies at the age of 20 because of a steam boat explosion. His brother was also aiming to become a pilot. Twain was devastated after hi brother died and felt responsible for his death the remainder of his life. Exact date of death was unknown. -
"Jumping Frog" published
This short story written by him appeared in the New York Saturday Press. The story was extremely popular and makes Twain even more popular as a writer. -
Twain meets future wife
Twain meets Olivia "Livy" Langdon, who was the sister of a friend. He fell in love at first sight. -
Twain marries and has first child.
Twain marries Olivia Langdon. She later on an important editor of his work. Their son Langdon is born later that year. -
Moves to Connecticut
Twain moves his family to Connecticut. He publishes Roughing It, a book about of his years in the West. The rest of the year is an okay one. They have another child while losing one. Exact date of moving unknown -
Huck Finn
Twain publishes Huck Finn this year. The book will go on to be his most remembered book. It caused many controversies at his time and still continues to do so. Exact date unknown. -
Publishes last novel
His last novel is published. After 10 years of difficulties, he goes almost bankrupt and his publishing company gets shutdown. His friend takes cares of his finances from then on. Exact date unknown. -
Mark Twain Dies
After losing everything, Mark Twain finally dies at the age of 74. He leaves a legacy behind him, imprinting his name in golden letters in history.
