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Jamestown was founded
Jamestown was named after King James the first. The importance of this is that is started the wave of colonization that began the United States. -
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Colinization's growth
The Colonization was growing more and more in people, Animals, and goods. Jobs were growing, and so were the taxes. -
Boston Teaparty
The British Colonists were tired of the taxes on tea, playing cards, and other things. This is important because it shows our independance and will to stand up for what we want. -
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Rebelion
The Colonists were on their last limb when it came to taking taxes. -
Revoluntionary War
We want our independence! It took awhile too, 8 years. The importance is that This was the gateway to our independance and now, newly made country! -
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Important documents
The Declaration of independance and the Constutition were signed at these times. The importance is it established laws and our official indepenance! -
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Slavery, french and indian war
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The battle of the Alamo
Even though we had lost this battle, to keep Texas from Mexico, this was a great battle and the men who lost their lives died with honor.
The importance is that this did not stop us from fighting, we perservered even though the scene was bleak. -
Civil War
It lasted from 1861-1865 The North and the South were fighting over slavery. Although the North didn't need it because of industry and South did because of the farms, it still was not a good way to treat other human beings. This was VERY important because it gave America the name "home of the free" because no matter the background you are from, you are welcome to make this country your home. -
Women's rights
Women now are given the right to vote, work in any job, and attend the school's much like the boys do where they learn math and Language arts. -
The great depression
The Stock markets go down, and everyone was starving and many other horrible things. This really hurt many people, and it made people realize they were happy to thave the money they owned. -
Martin Luther King JR
A civil rights activist Martin Luther King JR and gave African Americans equal rights. He was shot and killed by James Earl Ray. -
Moon Landing
Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon. It is important because we can do anything if we put our mind to it, even touch the stars.
