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The Columbian Exchange
The Columbian Exchange was the exchange of the Old World's people, plants, animals, and diseases to the New World's. It caused a major increase in the diversity of food, plants, and animals all over the world. (https://youtu.be/HQPA5oNpfM4) -
Horse Racing
The first horse racing track in America was made on Long Island in 1665. Britians brought over thoroughbreds and began the sport organizationally in 1868 after the civil war. This is important because it shows the impact of the Old World on the New World.
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The French and Indian War
The British claimed the land between Eerie and Ohio River but the Virginia Colony also claimed the Ohio River. The colonies agreed to defend against the British and have a war. Britain ends up winning against France and they finally surrender. Britain then gains the territory. (America: History of our Nation pg 104-144) -
Proclamation Line of 1763
The Proclamation Line of 1763 was a document issued by King George III of England that stopped American colonists from settling west of the Appalachian Mountains. The Natives had claimed the land and Britian hoped to avoid war. (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1h3DhvKiAh41n9KVhHgGVhtYeZADHpDqUW1M8doughVQ/edit) -
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The Revolutionary War
The Revolutionary War was a war between the colonists living in America and King George and the British Parliament because the colonists were fighting for independence from Britain. It is significant because this war is how the American colonists earned their freedom.
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Declaration of Independance
The Declaration of Independence was a document that declared independence from Great Britain. This is important because this is the document that gave us our freedom from Britain who wasn't treating us right.
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The Underground Railroad
The Underground Railroad was a series of stations ran by conductors who helped slaves to freedom. Slaves running for freedom stopped at stations which were houses or other buildings that held runaway slaves so that they had a safe house to rest at. Conductors were people, either abolitionists or free slaves, that helped others become free as well.
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Indian Removal Act
The Indian Removal Act was the act that removed American Indians from east of the Mississippi River and made them settle in reservations. Andrew Jackson passed this law so that the white communities could thrive without warfare or interruption.
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Election of 1860
The Election of 1860 was a spark to the Civil War. Abraham Lincoln was inaugurated in January of 1861 and there was an increase in southern states seceding from the Union. This is important because it was a major reason for the Civil War.
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Confederacy Attacks Fort Sumter
After Lincoln announced plans to resupply the fort, Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard bombards Fort Sumter, after a 34-hour exchange of artillery fire, Anderson and 86 soldiers surrendered the fort. This is significant because they got Fort Sumter in their hands and were able to control it. https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/fort-sumter -
First Public Schools
In 1868 under the presidency of Ulysses S. Grant, he created the South's first public, tax-supported school systems. At first, schools were segregated because white students wanted nothing to do with black students. This is important because it was the most enduring accomplishment of Reconstruction. -
Lacrosse was Originated
Lacrosse was first originated by the American Indians that the Europeans first came in contact with. It was also connected to the rubber ball games that the Meso-Americans played in the 1800'. This is significant because it shaped the way lacrosse is played now as such a large and popular sport.
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Transcontinental Railroad
The Transcontinental Railroad was a railroad crossing from the west coast to the east coast. It increased populations in the west and allowed people to live in one place and work in another. As long as people had a way to get back to the east side where their family and friends were, they were comfortable moving.
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Enforcement Acts
The Enforcement Acts of 1870 and 1871 were codes that protected African-Americans' right to vote, to hold office, to serve on juries, and receive equal protection of laws in court. They are significant because it was a step to equality for African-Americans.
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First Wimbeldon
The first Wimbledon was a Major tennis tournament held in July 1877 at the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club at Wimbledon. It's important because this was the first big step in the creation of modern tennis we are familiar with today.
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Babe Ruth - Hall of Fame
July 11, 1914, is when Babe Ruth was elected into the Hall of Fame receiving 95% of the votes. Babe Ruth is a baseball player who broke records and set bars. This is significant because he set a record of 714 home runs.
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World War I
World War I was a war fought against the Central Powers and the Allied Powers mainly in Europe. This war was important because it showed how technology and new inventions shaped the outcome of the war.
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NFL Founded
In 1920 the NFL was founded as the American Professional Football Association with ten teams who existed in some form as participants of leagues in their territories and took on its current name in 1922. The NFL was the first professional football league to successfully establish a nationwide presence. This is significant because the leauge was broadcasted nation wide preserving what makes football great. attempts.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_National_Football_League -
World War II
World War II was a global war that lasted from 1939 to 1945. The vast majority of the world's countries including all the great powers eventually formed two opposing militaries. This was significant because most of the countries were involved in a long conflict.
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AAGPBL Founded
In 1942, many minor league teams were dismissed to war leaving the baseball fans un-entertained. Phillip K. Wrigley asked the league to come up with ideas and the idea came up that they should let women play baseball. This is important because it shows how the leauge was not instigated by women's activists but by men who wanted money while the entertainment was gone.
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Atomic Bomb in War
The first time the Atomic Bomb was used in war was on August 8, 1945 when the United States first used the bomb against Japan. This was in World War II and the bombing was in Hiroshima and Nagasaki. This is significant because the creation of the Atomic Bomb took very long and it was hard work.
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Jackie Robinson
Jackie Robinson was the first African American man to play in the MLB. He was signed onto the Dodgers and played 2nd baseman. This is important because he influenced many african american mens lives by breaking the racial barrier in baseball.
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First African American female wins Olympic medal
Alice Coachman was 25 when she won her Olympic medal. She competed in the high jump in the 1958 Olympics. She was the first black female to win an Olympic Medal. This is important because African American women were opressed in sports and society so this was a major turning point that inspired many young women.
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Althea Gibson
Althea Gibson was the first African American female to win the French Wimbledon and the U.S. Open singles. This is important because she inspires many young African American girls to compete in sports.
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First Daytona 500
The Daytona 500 is an annual 500 mile long NASCAR motor race held at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida. The Daytona 500 is significant because it has a historical significance to the NASCAR community. Winning is a prestigious honor and accomplishment
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First Superbowl
The first Superbowl was the NFL’s Green Bay Packers against the AFL’s Kansas City Chiefs. It was held at the Los Angeles Coliseum. It was significant because it was the start of an extremely popular annual tradition. -
Tet Offensive
The Tet Offensive was a battle in which North Vietnam launched attacks on every major city in South Vietnam. It's important because it was a major turning point in the Vietnam War.
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September 11 Attacks
On September 11, 2011 the Twin Towers in New York City, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania were all attacked by a terrorist group by planes. The Twin Towers were knocked down and many people were killed. This is significant because it was many people lost their lives and the two very important towers were destroyed.
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Colin Kaepernick Kneels
Colin Kaepernick begins silently protesting the oppression of people of color's lives by kneeling during the national anthem. This is important because all eyes are on the players at the anthem, and this is one of the many ways to protest something silently and respectfully.
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Astros win the World Series
The Houston Astros made it to the 2017 World Series championship game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The series lasted 7 games as the Astros led 4-3 wins. In the seventh game, the Astros won 5-1 and the game lasted 9 innings. This is important because it was a relief to have such a tremendous event happen right after the devastation of Harvey.
https://www.mlb.com/news/astros-beat-dodgers-to-win-first-world-series/c-260380704
