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9/11 attacks
Terrorists attacked the world trade center, the pentagon, and another highjacked plane crashed before its destination could be attacked. This attack killed thousands and forever changed our country. -
America vs Afghanistan war
After the 9/11 attacks U.S forces invaded Afghanistan to avenge the al Quida attacks, the goal was to kill Osama bin laden and punish the Taliban for assisting al Quida members. -
Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Katrina was a devastating category 5 hurricane in New Orleans and surrounding areas. over 1,000 families were affected, many dead or injured. Homes, businesses, and lives were lost. This August 2005 hurricane caused over $125 billion in damage. -
The great recession
This was a time when markets began to rapidly decline especially the housing market thus having a negative impact on the economy. -
Same sex marriage legalized
After years of fighting for basic rights, couples who were in same-sex relationships were finally able to be legally married, this was a huge shift toward change in the U.S for the better.