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Start of citizenship in the U.S.
Naturalization Act was passed by congress. Stating any free white, male, adult alien or female whom resided in the U.S. for 2 years was eligible for citizenship. -
Immigrants
More and more immigrants were coming into the U.S. The rules of citizenship had to change. -
Civil War
After the civil war, citizenship was granted to African Americans. -
Naturalizaiton
Naturalization papers were handed out. Pledging loyalty to the U.S. The Immigrants had to study history and remember laws and then pass a test. -
Marriage
Indian women married to white men were granted citizenship through marriage but had no right to vote. -
Voting
American Indian men who owned land and paid taxes were granted the right to vote. -
World War I
American Indian men who fought in World War I were granted citizenship. -
Indian Citizenship Act
This act gave citizenship to all American Indians in the U.S. This also meant that all men, women, and children could vote once they were 21.