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Oct 12, 1492
Christopher Columbus Discovered America
Christopher Columbus was looking for a new trade route to Asia when he discovered the "New World." This would later be called the United States of America. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus -
Sep 24, 1493
Christopher Columbus's 2nd Voyage
During Christopher Columbus's 2nd Voyage back towards the "New World" he brought with him 17 ships and over 1,200 men to colonize. He explored the Carribbean and founded what is now called Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. www.christopher-columbus.eu/voyage-2.htm -
1st English Settlement in the US
Jamestown, Virginia was the location of the 1st English settlement in the United States. www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/ushistory/jamestown.htm -
Salem Witch Trials
In Salem Village, Massachusetts there were several girls that said they were witches. This resulted in a panic feeling throughout the town. When someone was suspected of being a witch they were put on trial. If they were found guilty they would either be publically hung or burned. www.salemwitchmuseum.com www.salemwitchmuseum.com -
French and Indian War
It was also known around the world as the Seven Years' War. The war was fought between the British colonies and the New France. https://history.state.gov/milestones/1750-1775/french-indian-war -
Boston Massacre
Know as the "Incident on King Street," where five citizens were killed by British soldiers duing a disaggreement. www.bostonmassacre.net -
Boston Tea Party
Demonstrators boarded ships and threw all the tea over board into the harbor. www.britannica.com/event/Boston-Tea-Party -
American Revolution: War of Independence
The war between Great Britain and the 13 Colonies. www.theamericanrevolution.org -
United States Declaration of Independence
It was adopted by Congress to reveal that the thirteen colonies were now independent sovereign states. www.archives.gov/exhibits/charters/declaration_transcript.html -
The Declaration of Independence
This document was the basis for the American political system. It stated that everyone has the right to live equally and free. www.heritage.org/initiatives/first-principles/primary-sources/the-declaration-of-independence -
Articles of Confederation
Ratified March 1, 1781 by Contienental Congress. First Constitiution until the United States Constitution. www.usconstitution.net/articles.html -
1st United States President
George Washington became the first President of the United States of America. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Washington -
Bill of Rights are ratified
Known as the first ten amendments to the Constitution. www.history.com/this-day-in-history/bill-of-rights-is-finally-ratified -
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lewis and Clark set out on an exploration to the Pacific Ocean. www.nationalgeographic.com/lewishandclark/ -
War of 1812
US started a war with Great Britain to prevent them from interfering with expansion and shipping. Lasted until 1814. www.pbs.org/wned/war-of-1812/home/ -
Indian Removal Act
The Indian Removal Act was passed by Congress, allowing President Jackson the ability to remove the Indians in the south from their homelands to a federal territory. www.legendsofamerica.com/na-indianremovalact.html -
Texas Declares its Independence from Mexico
It was a document drafted which stated that Texas would become free. www.Isjunction.com/docs/tdoi.htm -
Mexican War
Also known as the Mexican-American War. It was started over disputes about land and territories. www.history.com/topics/mexican-american-war -
Abraham Lincoln becomes President
Abraham Lincoln became the 16th President of the United States of America. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Abraham_Lincoln -
The Civil War begin
The Civil War was a fight between the Union soldiers and the Confederate soldiers. Also known as a fight between the North and the South. www.us-civilwar.com -
Lincoln Assassinated
Abraham Lincoln was shot in the back of the head while watching a play at the Ford's Theater in Washington DC, just days after the end of The Civil War. www.american-presidents-history.com/abraham-lincoln-assassination.html -
15th Amendment Ratified
This would allow any man to vote regardless of race or color. www.loc.gov/rr/program/bib/ourdocs/15thamendment.html -
US Adopts Standard Time
The United States and Canada agreed to adopt 5 zone system that would develop standard time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_time_in_the_United_States -
Statue of Liberty is dedicated
The Statue of Liberty was a birthday gift from France that was placed on an island known as Liberty Island as a reminder of freedom and democracy. www.kids.nationalgeographic.com/kids/stories/history/statue-of-liberty/ -
Ellis Island becomes the Main Immigration Station of the US
The main immigration station of the United States was made out of "Georgia Pine" and built on Ellis Island. It rests in the shadow of the Statue of Liberty and serves as a gateway into the United States. www.libertyellisfoundation.org -
Spanish-American War
The Spanish-American War was fought between the United States and Cuba over freedom of land. www.u-s-history.com/pages/h3617.html -
US Enters World War 1
The United States entered World War 1 on April 6, 1917 and joined France, Russia, Great Britian. www.americaslibrary.gov/jb/jazz/jb_jazz_wwi_1.html -
19th Amendment Ratified
It gave women the right to vote. www.archives.gov/exhibits/featured_documents/amendment_19/ -
The Great Depression
The Great Depression was said to be caused by the stock market crashing causing the most economic hardship every seen in the United States history. www.thegreatdepressioncauses.com -
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Federal Bureau of Investigation is Established
The Bureau of Investigation is deveoped into what is now known as the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Also known as the FBI. https://www.fbi.gov/about-us/history/brief-history -
Attack on Pearl Harbor
The Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor without warning, killing thousands of people. Pearl Harbor was considered the central location for the Pacific Fleet protecting the United States of America. The attack neutralized it and was considered a message from the Japanese that we are not untouchable. www.eyewitnesstohistory.com/pearl.htm -
US Enters World War 2
The United States entered World War 2 right after the attack on Pearl Harbor by the Japanese. www.worldwar-2.net -
United Nations is Established
The United Nations is established following World War 2 in order to bring about cooperation between countries to prevent further wars. https://www.un.org/en/aboutun/history/ -
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US Enters Vietnam War
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US Enters the Korean War
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22nd Amendment Ratified
This would limit the President to a number of 2 terms in office. www.totallyhistory.com/22nd-amendment-to-the-constitution/ -
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1st American Satellite is Launched
The 1st American satellite is launched into outer space was called Explorer 1. www.space.com/17825-explorer-1.html -
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JFK became President
John F Kennedy became known as the 35th President of the United States. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_F._Kennedy -
"I Have a Dream" Speech
Martin Luther King Jr. fought for equal rights for people of color and believed that someday America would believe in equality as well. The "I Have a Dream" speech has been viewed as one of the most empowing and influencial part of that fight. www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkihaveadream.htm -
President Kennedy is Assassinated
President Kennedy was shot in the head while riding in a car with his wife in Dallas, Texas. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assassination_of_John_F._Kennedy -
Civil Rights Act Signed
President Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act on July 2, 1964. This Act would not allow people to be treated differently because of color, race, sex, and religion. https://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2015/07/02/day-history-president-lyndon-b-johnson-signed-civil-rights-act-1964 -
Space Shuttle Challenger Explodes
The space shuttle Challenger explodes 73 seconds after take off from Texas. 7 people died onboard the shuttle. www.nasa.gov/centers/kennedy/shuttleoperations/orbiters/challenger-info.html -
Persian Gulf War
Known as the Gulf War and was the conflict between the US and Iraq. www.infoplease.com/encyclopedia/history/persian-gulf-wars.html -
World Trade Center Attack
On September 11, 2011 airplanes were hijacked and flown into the twin towers in New York City and the Pentegon in Washington DC. This was carried out by a group from the Middle East known as the Taliban. The United States lost more than 3,000 people on this day. This day is also called 9-11, Twin Tower Attack, and the Terror Attack on the US. www.911review.com/attack/wtc/index.html -
1st African American President
Barack Obama was elected as the 44th President of the United States and is also known as the 1st African American President. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barack_Obama
