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INDIVIDUAL GREATNESS 1776-1820
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George Washington Leads the Armies
George Washington accepts leadership of the armies of the 13 colonies, in preparation for the Declaration of Independence where the Continental Congress intends to declare war. -
John Hancock Becomes an Icon
John Hancock, unafraid of the British, decides to assert himself and write a giant signature on the Declaration, inspiring his fellows and embodying the refusal of the American people to lie under the suffocating yoke of England. -
Jefferson Draft the Constitution
Jefferson somehow manages to control various warring factions and make a document that would hold the nation together for over 200 years and counting. It is widely regarded as one of the most important documents in history, and he drafted it alone. -
Madison Maneuvers the Louisiana Purchase
James Madison convinced the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte to part with Louisiana, making America the the nation it is today, in essence. -
Admiral Perry's Victory
Admiral Perry beats the British and begins to turn the tide for teh fledgling nation at the war of 1812. -
The Death of Tecumseh at the Hands of the Americans
This moment ended any hope for an independent Native American nation in the midwest. The death of Tecumseh ended his confederacy and the dreams of many. -
Eli Whitney Revolutionizes Cotton
The cotton gin is invented by Mr. Whitny, beginning the industrialization of the United States. -
Jackson Proves His Mettle
The tactical genius of Andrew Jacson defeats the British in battle at New Orleans against a vastly superior fleet, beating them back for the last time and becoming a war hero. -
Davy Crockett Inspires the Masses
The exploits of Davy Crockett on the frontier inspire hundreds of thousands of people to move out West.