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Declaration of Independence
Formerly titled The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, the Declaration of Independence announced the colonies independence to the world and explained their reasonings for declaring their independence. It was officially adopted by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776 and later signed in Philadelphia by the Second Continental Congress on August 2, 1776. -
Siege of Yorktown
Starting on September 28 an lasting until October 19 at 10:30am, the Siege of Yorktown --also known as the Battle of Yorktown and the surrender at Yorktown-- is considered to be the last major battle of the American Revolutionary War. The end of the battle at approximately 10:30 led directly to peace negotiations between the colonies and Britain, eventually leading to solidified independence for America in 1783. -
Treaty of Paris
Signed on September 3, 1783, the Treaty of Paris marks and end to the revolutionary war. This treaty symbolizes peace with Great Britain, Spain, France and the Netherlands, and is also known as the Peace of Paris. It was negotiated by John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and John Jay on the America side and David Hartley on the British side. -
President Washington's Inauguration
George Washington was the first president of the United States of America. His inauguration occurred April 30, 1789, two weeks after his four-year term had already started. -
The US Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution was period of major economic growth in the United States. It is often dated to have started around the year 1793; the year the first water-powered textile mile opened. -
Invention of the Cotton Gin
The cotton gin is a machine that separates cotton fibers from the seed. This invention drastically increased productivity because it no longer needed to be done by hand. -
President Jefferson's Inauguration
Thomas Jefferson was the third president of the United States, as well as an author to the Declaration of Independence and one of Americas most notable Founding Fathers. He was inaugurated into office March of 1801 and served two terms for a total of 8 years. -
War of 1812
The United States declared was against Britain on June 18, 1812 because of British interference with American trade. The war lasted about three years, ending in 1815 with the Treaty of Ghent. -
Nat Turner Rebellion
The Nat Turner Rebellion was a slave revolt that took place in Virginia, 1831. After decades of torture and abuse, Turner and his followers killed their master's family and lead a march down the streets of Southampton County, Virginia, causing close to 55 deaths and only ending when they were stopped by state militia and executed. -
Battle of the Alamo
The Battle of the Alamo was an important event in the Texas Revolution. Despite the Texas loss, the battle was an incredible representation of stubborn Texan pride and their determination for freedom.