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Texas Revolution
A rebellion of colonists in the Mexican province of Texas against the Mexican government. It resulted in the declaration of Independence for Texas and the establishment of the Republic of Texas. -
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Second Seminole War
Conflict between the Seminole Native American tribe and the United States government over land in Florida. It was one of the longest and most costly Indian Wars in U.S. history. -
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Dorr Rebellion
an attempt by disenfranchised residents in Rhode Island to force broader democratic reforms in the state. Led by Thomas Dorr, the rebels sought to replace the existing charter government with a new constitution that expanded suffrage. The rebellion culminated in a brief period of armed conflict and political turmoil before Dorr's forces were suppressed by state authorities. -
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Mexican American War
Fought between the United States and Mexico over disputes regarding the annexation of Texas and boundaries in the southwest. The war resulted in significant territorial gains for the United States, including California, Arizona, and New Mexico. -
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Bleeding Kansas
A series of violent events in the Kansas Territory as proslavery and antislavery forces clashed over whether Kansas would enter the Union as a free or slave state. It was a precursor to the American Civil War. -
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Utah War
A conflict between the United States government and Mormon settlers in the Utah Territory, primarily over issues of governance and religious autonomy. -
John Brown's Raid
An unsuccessful attempt by abolitionist John Brown to initiate a slave rebellion by seizing the federal arsenal at Harpers Ferry, Virginia. Which is now West Virginia. -
First Battle of Bull Run
The first major battle of the American Civil War, fought near Manassas, Virginia. It ended in a Confederate victory, dispelling Northern hopes of a swift end to the conflict. -
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American Civil War
A civil war that was fought in the United States between the Northern states and the Southern states over issues including slavery, states' rights, and territorial expansion. It resulted in the preservation of the Union and the abolition of slavery in the United States. -
Battle of Antietam
A pivotal battle during the American Civil War fought near Sharpsburg, Maryland. It was the bloodiest single-day battle in U.S. history, resulting in a Union victory. -
Battle of Gettysburg
A decisive battle of the American Civil War fought in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It marked the turning point of the war in favor of the Union forces. -
Atlanta Campaign
A series of battles fought in Georgia as part of Union General William T. Sherman's efforts to capture Atlanta during the American Civil War. The campaign ended with the fall of Atlanta to Union forces.