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The Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence on July 4th 1776, the actual signing didn't take place till August 2, 1776. This was significant because it officially separated the 13 colonies from Great Britain. -
In 1787, the movement to create a government that would reach a national level was ratified. This allowed the president to act as the nation's chief executive. -
Thomas Jefferson was the author of the Deceleration of Independence, the 3rd President, and spokesman for democracy. He served 2 terms from the years 1801-1809 -
This was significant because it grew America by size, location, natural resources, federal powers, and political and economic powers. Westward expansion was also a primary significance behind the Louisiana Purchase. -
This was significant because it solidified the United States'independence across the whole world. There was a high increase in national pride toward the end of this war. -
This represented a major milestone for America. It maintained a balance between free-slave States and slave states. -
Andrew Jackson was the seventh president, serving from 1829-1837. Like Jefferson, he also served 2 terms. He served in both houses for the United States Congress. -
It authorized the president to exchange west of the Mississippi river. This affected native tribes to relocate. -
It allowed for the United States to acquire more land towards Mexico. Although this benefited the amount of land the United States has, it also grew tensions in slavery leading to the civil war. -
This was a ruling that slaves were not considered as citizens and could not sue for their freedom. This happened because a slaved man became a free slave after his owner died.