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Jan 1, 1401
The Start of the Renaissance
During the 15th and 16th centuries, Europe underwent a resurrection of classical art, literature and learning which was established as the Renaissance. Various people were ambitious to travel around the world throughout the Renaissance. Caption: The art shown is an example of the Renaissance influence. The Renaissance was an important event in our history. -
Jan 1, 1450
Spain's Margin
With the motive to search for luxury, Spain became the prominent nation which is called the Age of Discovery(mid-15th and 16th centuries). Spanish yearned for exotic riches and wanted to find land routes to Asia. Caption: Working vigorously, Spain rose up to be one of the leading nations in Europe. -
Period: Jan 1, 1450 to Dec 31, 1541
European Exploration
Known as the Age of Exploration, bountiful of European explorers seeked for wealth, goods, trade routes and adventure -
Jan 1, 1492
Columbian Exchange
The worldwide barter of plants, animals, and diseases between the Old World(Europe) and New World(America). -
Aug 3, 1492
Christopher Columbus set sail
To prove Europeans that the world was round, Christopher Columbus set sail with two ships, the Nina and the Pinta that was given from Queen Isabella. Caption: Christopher Columbus used his two ships the Nina(left) and the Pinta(right) to confirm many beliefs which in the end were false information proven by other explorers. -
Jan 1, 1499
America was found
Amerigo Vespucci, an Italian merchant, set up the first of two voyages to the New World. Vespucci concluded that the land previously found was not part of Asia. Couple of years later, the new continent was named "America" in Vespucci's credit. Caption: For many miles, Amerigo Vespucci traveled in these routes. -
Jan 1, 1519
Most famous Spanish conquistador?
Hernado Cortes was a distinguished conqueror who filed in Mexico with 600 men. Upon reaching his destination, he found the Aztec Empire in which he purged with his men. Caption: Portrait of Hernado Cortes, who also found enormous pyramids of the Aztec Empire's capital city, Tenochtitlan. -
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Colonization and American Revolution
Political issues started to arise from here as countless of conflicts clashed agaisnt nations. -
America's Uniqueness
In early to mid-1700s, pluralism flourished throughout all the English colonies of North America. America's identity was certainly changing in variety and population. -
The Great Awakening
The Great Awakening was a religious revitalization that held a strong effect on colonies and influenced slaves and even white colonists. This revival gave a new sense for people and created greater independence. Caption: Many preachers voiced out their religious beliefs and spreaded their message to their audience. -
The Acts
England set up various acts to benefit from others. The two acts that stirred the colonists the most were the Quartering Act and the Stamp Act. Quartering Act: Colonial cities were forced to give shelter to royal troops including food, clothes, and other necessities Stamp Act: Colonists were required to purchase a revenue stamp(picture) each time they bought anything related to paper. -
The Boston Massacre
As an act of boycott, umemployed laboreres assaulted the guard and soldiers of the Boston Customs House. In a result, five rioters were murdered and Patriots marked the event as a massacre to gain sympathy and empathy. Caption: Crispus Attucks was an African and Indian who was the first to be killed during the riot -
The Boston Tea Party
Many American colonists worked together to prevent King George lll's Tea Act which benefited the king to earn more money. As act of protests, it ranged from burning tea to throwing chests of tea in the shore. Caption: American colonists were undercover as Indians and sucessfully got on three tea ships, going through their protest. -
Signing of the Declaration of Independence
Considered as one of the most significant written document, it gave America a more stable independence. -
Signing of the Treaty of Paris
This treaty officially ended the Revolutionary War and the French and Indian War. -
U.S. Constitution is ratified
Benjamin Franklin was the oldest person to sign the U.S. Constitution and because of his poor health, he needed someone to bolster him. -
Our first President
President George Washington was inaugrated the first leader for our nation. On the balcony of Federal Hall, President Washington took oath of office.
Term: April 30,1789-March 4,1797 Caption: This statue of President George Washington commemorates him in front of the Federal Hall, who was our first leader for the nation. -
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Settlement of States and Western Expansion
People in our nation craved for greater independence and were out to get better lives. -
President John Adams
Term: March 4 1997-March 4, 1801 President John Adams had never owned slaves in his household and was a school teacher for a short time. -
Alien Act and Sedition Act
The Alien and Sedition Acts was a major political issue that occured in 1798. The Alien Act restricted foreigners in and the Sedition Act prevented freedom of speech and press. Congress placed these acts to parry the perceived anarchy of the Republicans but only fueled more fire. -
President Thomas Jefferson
Term: March 4, 1801-March 4, 1809 President Thomas Jefferson who was best known as the author of the Declaration of Independence. -
Lousiana Purchase
President Thomas Jefferson discovered that Spain gave Lousiana to France and he was worried that the land will prevent expansion and trade. Robert Livngston was sent by Jefferson to negotiate with France and was in luck to get the whole Lousiana. -
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lewis and Clark were sent on an exploration to the other side of the Rocky Mountains and map the west by President Thomas Jefferson. They went through harsh conditions to survive but they also were the first Americans to get to the Pacific Ocean through land. -
President James Madison
Term: March 4, 1809-March 4, 1817 President James Madison was married to Dolley Madison who was one of the most influential First Lady in our history. -
War of 1812
There were various causes of the War of 1812. One of them were the British attempts to constrict U.S. trades. -
President James Monroe
Term: March 4, 1817-March 4, 1825 President James Monroe was one of the causes of the Monroe Doctrine to occur. The Monroe Doctrine was pivotal in our world today. -
Monroe Doctrine
President James Monroe and Secretary of State John Quincy Adams were the authors of the Monroe Doctrine. The Monroe Doctrine was an important document that helped the freed nations of America. If Europe interfered or attempted colonization of America, the U.S. will intervene. -
President John Quincy Adams
Term: March 4, 1825-March 4, 1829 President John Quincy Adams is the son of our second President, John Adams, and placed a tariff to improve on the economy -
President Andrew Jackson
Term: March 4 , 1829-March 4, 1837 President Andrew Jackson was a general in the War of 1812 and commanded the U.S. forces for five months against British allies. -
Indian Removal Act
The removal of Indians resulted into a terrible event known as the Trail of Tears. More than 4,000 Indians died and they traveled without adequate clothes, shelter, or food. -
President Martin Van Buren
Term: March 4, 1837-March 4, 1841 President Martin Van Buren wasn't reelected in 1840 and he failed for the other two terms as well. -
President William Henry Harrison
Term: March 4, 1841-April 4,1841 President William Henry Harrison had one of the shortest presidency due to his sickness which led to his death. -
The Land of Opportunities
Many people were involved in the westward expansion. In 1846, people held hope in having a better life and to earn wealth. They traveled by walking and covered wagons that carried all of their supplies. A large quantity of people died and Native Americans placed tolls along the way.($10 to cross land, $100 to cross on water) -
First Gold
The start of the California Gold Rush began when the first gold was found. Alittle piece of gold was worth 2-months salary and the products and land values immensely increased. The Gold Rush lasted for 5 years and only 1 out of 100 found gold. In 1849, the Gold Rush Peak was established.
