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Westward Expansion

  • Bill of Rights

    Bill of Rights
    The Bill of Rights was a bill that was forced by congress men Which lead to the first 10 amendments called the bill of rights, is a follow up to the consitution. It gives more power to the people, and the government.
  • Lousiana Purchase

    Lousiana Purchase
    The louisiana purchase was made by America to buy a small portion but ended getting all of land from the french. This expanded the united states alot, causing many travelers to explore this new area. Opening up Westward expansion for everyone to use.
  • Lewis and Clark

    Lewis and Clark
    Lewis and Clark sent out to look over the land. They collected plant and animal samples. They also sent out to find a new port.They departed in 1804 and returned in 1806 bringing many discoveries with them from there trip.
  • Flordia becomes part of America

    Flordia becomes part of America
    In 1819 Florida officially became a state. After a war Florida was won by America.This expanded the united states even more, and opened up even more possiblilities for traveling.
  • Indian Removal Acting

    Indian Removal Acting
    The Indian Removal act, was an act that forced indians to be removed from their homes. These homless indians were forced to leave the lands their familys lived for years.
  • Trail of Tears

    Trail of Tears
    .Many indians died on this long trail journey. When the indians finally reached their destination, wee they looked for their new home.
  • Mexican American War

    Mexican American War
    The mexican american war was a war between United States and Centralist Republic of Mexico. This was a very long and bloody war that lasted from 1846 to 1848. Eventually the americans won and took New Mexico, California, then invaded parts of Northeastern Mexico and Northwest Mexico.
  • Transcontinental Railroad Completed

    Transcontinental Railroad Completed
    The transcontinental railway was a railroad that streched from the east of america to the west. This railroad provided faster trade, better transportation, and fast mail.