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Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald was Born
F. Scott Key Fitzgerald was born in St.Paul, Minnesota. Fitzgerald is related to Francis Scott Key, the lyricist of the Star Spangled Banner, which shows that the parents love and appreciate their family history. Bruccoli, Matthew J. F.Scott Fitzgerald Centenary, 1994, library.sc.edu/spcoll/fitzgerald/biography.html. -
William McKinley Inaugurated as President of The United States of America
William McKinley is inaugurated as president, succeeding Grover Cleveland who served for 1 term. History.com Staff. “William McKinley.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 2009, www.history.com/topics/us-presidents/william-mckinley. -
Queen Victoria's Death
The Queen of Britain, Victoria, dies ending her reign as Queen. It was the longest reign ever of a monarch in the UK until recently passed by Queen Elizabeth. Rosenberg, Jennifer. “How Did Queen Victoria Die?” ThoughtCo, www.thoughtco.com/queen-victoria-dies-1779176. -
President William Mckinley Assasinated
President William McKinley assassinated from gun fire. Theodore Roosevelt is inaugurated as president. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
William Mckinley Wins 2nd Term
William McKinley wins 2nd term as president and has Theodore Roosevelt as Vice President. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
1st Rose bowl
College Football teams from Michigan and Stanford competed head to head. Michigan swept Stanford with a score of 49-0. The next Rose bowl would take place 14 years later. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Gift from Carnegie
10 million dollar gift from Andrew Carnegie founded the Carnegie Institution in Washington DC. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
First Movie Theater
The first movie theater opened in Los Angeles, California. This theater was called the Electric Theater. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Automobile Trip
First cross country automobile trip. From San Francisco, California to New York. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Theodore Roosevelt Wins Election
Theodore Roosevelt wins election after serving 3 years following the death of William McKinley. 336-140 electoral college vote. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Theodore Roosevelt Inauguarated for 2nd Term
Theodore Roosevelt was elected for second term. Inaugurated for second term. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Las Vegas is Formed
The city is founded when a purchase of 110 acres in the downtown area. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
First Presidential Trip Abroad
First president to go abroad was Theodore Roosevelt who went to inspect the panama canal's construction. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
Fitzgerald Family Moves to Minnesota
When Scott Fitzgerald's father fails as a salesman in New York, his family moves back to Minnesota. Later, Scott enrolls at St. Paul Academy. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
First Dropped Ball
The tradition to drop the ball in New York Times Square was introduced. America's Best History U.S. Timeline, The 1900's, americasbesthistory.com/abhtimeline1900.html. -
F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1st Publication
F. Scott Fitzgerald's first publication was in his schools newspaper with a story called, "The Mystery of the Raymond Mortgage." Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
Fitzgerald Goes to College
Fitzgerald goes to Princeton University and graduates in the year 1917. He also meets some of his lifelong friends at college. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
Grand Central Terminal
The worlds largest terminal opens. -
Fitzgerald Contributes in Writting Princeton Tiger
In Fitzgerald's 2nd year of college, he contributes in writing the Princeton Tiger. He also contributed to the Triangle Club. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
Romance Abrews
Fitzgerald meets his first love interest, Ginevra King. The influence for many characters in his later novels. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
United States Army Service
In danger of flunking out of Princeton, Fitzgerald takes a place in the U.S. Army. Fitzgerald never graduated from college. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
Treaty of Versailles
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Marries Zelda Sayre
Originally rejected the engagement because of Fitzgerald's unpopularity. Once "A Side of Paradise" was published, they married a week later. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
Europe Expedition
They travel to Europe and toured many countries including, Great Britain, France and Italy. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html. -
The Great Gatsby
The Great Gatsby was published. The Fitzgerald settle in Paris, France. Shmoop Editorial Team. “F. Scott Fitzgerald Timeline of Important Dates.” Shmoop, Shmoop University, 11 Nov. 2008, www.shmoop.com/f-scott-fitzgerald/timeline.html.
