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First permanent English settlement in North America.
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The 13 colonies declare independence from Britain.
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Establishes the framework for the federal government.
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The U.S. acquires territory from France.
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Conflict between the North and South over slavery.
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Lincoln is killed following the end of the Civil War.
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Economic downturn affecting the global economy.
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The U.S. joins the Allies against the Axis powers.
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The 35th President is assassinated in Dallas.
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Landmark legislation to end racial segregation.
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First humans land on the Moon.
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President Richard Nixon resigns amid scandal.
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Marked by the fall of the Berlin Wall and dissolution of the Soviet Union.
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errorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon.
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Major economic downturn globally.
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First African American President of the U.S.
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Wins against Hillary Clinton.
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The U.S. faces significant health and economic challenges.
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Becomes the 46th President of the U.S.
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Continued impacts of recent global events.