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Significant Dates between 1776-1860
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Declaration of Independence
The 13 colonies declared independence from Great Britain, marking the birth of the United States. -
Treaty of Paris
Officially ending the American Revolutionary War, Britain finally recognized Americas independence. -
United States Constiution
The Constitution is signed, establishing a stable framework for the new American government. -
George Washington Inauguration
George Washington became the first President of the United States. -
Louisiana Purchase
The United States purchased a large amount of land from France, nearly doubling the size of the country. -
Start of the War of 1812
The United States went to war with Great Britain over trade disputes and British imprisonment of American sailors. -
Battle of Lake Champlain
The American victory in this battle ended the threat of a British raid from Canada. -
Treaty of Ghent
The War of 1812 ended with a peace treaty, restoring the status of peace before the war. -
Missouri Compromise
This compromise allowed Missouri to enter the Union as a slave state, while Maine entered as a free state, keeping the balance of power in the Senate. -
Abraham Lincoln Election
Abraham Lincoln was elected President of the United States, which led to the secession of several Southern states and the start of the American Civil War.