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Discovery of America
The discovery of America confirmed to Spain that their was other lands to be explored. -
American Revolution
Batlles fought in the American Revolution helped gain independence from England and brought freedom and democracy to America. -
Lewis and Clark Expedition
After the United States purchased the Louisiana Terrritory from the French, President Jefferson sent Lewis and Clark to explore that territroy and find a passage to the the Pacific Ocean. The Expedition showed Americans that settlement was possible to the West. -
American Civil War
The Civil War was the bloodiest war the US has ever been involved in. It was a fight between the Northern and Sourthern states over slavery and state's rights. -
Assassination of Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln is known as the Greatest American President and was assassinated after starting his second presidential term. -
Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor
The bombing of Pearl Harbor brought the US into WWII against Japan and later Germany. -
John F. Kennedy Assassination
JFK was assassinated in Dallas, TX by Lee Harvey Oswald at Dealey Plaza. This was significant because he was the president and beloved leader of the country. This event led to Johnson becoming President and escalation of Vietnam. -
Apollo 11 Moon Landing
This was the first time humans had walked on any surface besides the Earth. Neil Armstrong climbed off the Eagle, and stated, "One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind." -
9/11 Terrorist Attacks
This attack on American was the first major terrorist event to occur on
American soil. This started the war on terror and led to the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. Approximately 3000 Americans were killed that day. -
Osama Bin Laden Killed by Amerian Special Forces
This was considered a victory for the US in the war on terror in killing the person responsible for the 9/11 attacks and he was the leader of Al Queada.
