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American society during the 1730s was still being ruled by the British Colonies. And there was a drastic wealth gap between the rich and the poor. George Washington was only a little boy by this time.

Although during this time frame, the 1st Amendment wasn't declared as the Declaration of Independence hasn't happened yet. But the Zenger trial demonstrated the 1st Amendment right for freedom of the press.

Key figures of this event include John Peter Zenger, William Cosby, and Andrew Hamilton.

John Peter Zenger was arrested for seditious libel in 1734 by criticizing the governor, William Cosby in his published newspaper. After one year in jail, his trial was set for August 4th, 1735. Zenger was defended by attorney Andrew Hamilton and the court ruled Zenger to be acquitted because it's not seditious libel if what Zenger wrote is true.

Zenger's trial was very revolutionary, as it demonstrated the freedom of speech before the 1st Amendment was even created. Zenger's trial as how I see it, is the stepping stone for America's independence.

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During the 1860s, there was the Civil War conflicted about the powers the federal government should have over states, industrialization, trade, and states. There was high tension between the northern and southern states over slavery.

The Gettysburg Address speech involved mainly the 14th Amendment.

During this event, key figures critically involved President Abraham Lincoln and other abolitionists at the Gettysburg Civil War Cemetery.

After the Battle of Gettysburg, fought in early July 1863; resulting in many casualties and bloodshed, President Lincoln was requested to speak for the Gettysburg Civil War Cemetery in November. The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point during the Civil War as well as the bloodiest war during its time. Therefore, Lincoln's speech two-minute speech connects the Declaration of Independence to the abolition of slavery for a new birth of freedom and liberty. Lincoln's speech has also become one of the most powerful statements in the English language and an ionic expression of freedom & liberty in the world.

I believe that the Gettysburg Address is important because the event played a huge role during the Civil War and President Lincoln was a great speaker and leader while defending the lives of slaves as citizens. Without Lincoln or the Gettysburg Battle, I think it would've taken America decades before abolishing slavery.

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During the early 1900s, American society is experiencing the Progressive Era; the development of automobiles, cities, conservation, women's suffrage, and mass immigrants coming to America. President Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt begins his full-time term in office.

Sinclair's book, "The Jungle" demonstrates freedom of the press of the First Amendment as it indirectly exposes working conditions.

Key figures of this event include Upton Sinclair, Teddy Roosevelt, and the meat-packing industry.

"The Jungle" essentially exposes the poor hygiene that undergoes the conditions in American slaughterhouses, in particular in the Chicago stockyards. The book is a story involving a man who worked in multiple jobs which had poor and unsafe working conditions. The book was a huge success as the public became disgusted and enraged as they learned what was actually contained in their food involving contaminated, diseased, and rotten food. This book inspired Teddy Roosevelt in developing the U.S. Pure Food and Drug Act.

This book is important because it inspired the Pure Food and Drug Act which made it required for consumable products to have a proper ingredients list. This allowed people up to today's society to know what exactly is in their food. Without this book, who knows how long society has to eat poison in their food.

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From the 1910s to the 1930s, there were many high and low moments such as President Woodrow Wilson getting elected, woman's suffrage was at its peak as the 19th Amendment got established, radio broadcasts were introduced, and the Great Depression began.

The Harlem Renaissance does not directly involve any Amendment rights but I would say it has some involvement of freedom of speech.

Some key figures during this event include poet Langston Hughes, author Zora Neale Hurston, and poet Countee Cullen.

Due to the Great Migration, the Harlem Renaissance became the time period when the Harlem neighborhood was located in New York City exploded with the manifestation of African American culture including literature, music, stage performances, and art. This time period became the golden age for creative African American artists' pride and control following the civil rights movement.

The Harlem Renaissance created many iconic art forms and many ways to show self-expression. This event is important because it creates unity for the Black community and in today's world, it created many of its universal art forms.

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Franklin D. Roosevelt's Fireside Chats (March 12, 1933 - June 12, 1944)

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Franklin D. Roosevelt's Fireside Chats (March 12, 1933 - June 12, 1944)

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During the 1930s, American society began experiencing the Great Depression. Where businesses failed, unemployment rose, and the stock market fell.

FDR's fire chats do not involve the 1st Amendment.

Key figures of this event involve Franklin D. Roosevelt, the radio broadcast, and the American people tuning in.

When the stock market crashed in, FDR made his first fireside chat explaining to the American people why it happened and how would they fix it. His fireside chats became extremely popular as they gain massive supporters across the country. FDR would continue making fireside chats occasionally for the duration while in office.

This event was very important as it was one of the reasoning why the radio became so popular for several years before modern technology was invented. During its time, the radio was one of the only ways for people to conveniently turn on and listen to news, music, or shows.

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American society during the 1950s was very tense. America tried to contain communism during the Cold War with the Soviet Union. The Korean War, and the Vietnam War, with the American people disagreeing with the involvement of war. Along with the fascination of American television being introduced as well as new genres of music.

Rock 'n' Roll music, I would say uses freedom of speech from the 1st Amendment.

Some key figures of rock 'n' roll would be the generation of baby boomers, Alan Freed, Bill Haley, and Elvis Presley.

The creation of rock n roll music got its inspiration from African-American blues and allowed a boom in self-expression. In particular, reflecting their desires to rebel against adult authority. As a large group of babies being born due to families reuniting after WW2, the generation especially dominated in making pop culture, such as the consumption of rock n roll music.

Rock n roll is important as not only does it introduce a genre of music, but it illustrates how people in the 50s irritation with adult authority. To this day, rock n roll still has a strong community. I personally listen to some songs which have some rock n roll aspects such as in Japanese rock bands, in particular, ONE OK ROCK who had some lyrics reflecting on growing up differently.

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Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" Speech (Aug 28, 1963)

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Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" Speech (Aug 28, 1963)

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In the 1960s, American society is experiencing the civil rights movement and the controversy of the Vietnam War.

MLK's speech consisted freedom of speech of the First Amendment.

The key figures of the event involve MLK Jr. and other civil activists at Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington.

Dr. King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream Speech" was spoken to more than 200,000 people about what he hope society will change and be united with other races. MLK is a very inspirational and powerful activist and his speech became very notable to this day. The speech not only brought people together, but it also brought moral for the American people.

I chose this event because although speeches aren't a new concept, only few of many can bring thousands of people together. To fight for their rights. To persuade that violence isn't the answer. Where MLK Jr.'s speech is simplistic to understand for all generations.

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During the 1970s, American society started to slightly settle as things often relate to peace or advancement in technology. There was a rise in hippies, the environment movement, cars, Hollywood, Women's rights, Gay liberation, and anti-war.

The leak of the Pentagon Papers itself didn't involve the First Amendment.

This event initially involved the leaker; Daniel Ellsberg, the classified Vietnam War documents, the Pentagon, New York Times, and President Nixon.

Daniel Ellsberg along with other analysts worked with making official documentation of U.S. involvement during the Vietnam War, which consisted of thousands of papers. Ellsberg believed that the public was misguided & misinformed about what really happened during the Vietnam War. Ellsberg believed that the public had the right to know what happened so he tried to leak some of the classified documents to the U.S. Congress. Congress declined in looking at the documents as they were classified but Ellsberg managed to leak the documents through the New York Times. When the leak got exposed, President Nixon was furious & took legal action but the charges were dismissed.

The leak of the Pentagon papers impacted American Society big time. As citizens became doubtful of their government, influencing more leaks in the future, and presidents trying to keep future leakers out.

I chose this topic because it allowed the American people to discover the lies they've been told by their government.

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The 70s consisted of several movements such as the environment, pride, and anti-Vietnam war movements.

The New York Times v. United States. significantly involve the freedom of the press.

Key figures of this event include President Nixon, the Nixon Administration, the New York Times Company, and the Pentagon Papers.

The Nixon Administration tried to prevent the New York Times from revealing the classified documents to the public, claiming it'll cause panic or a present danger if the documents get released. The Court ruled that the papers wouldn't cause danger because the papers were old news. This event defended the press and granted more freedom to publish significant documents or news.

I chose this event because presidents to this today are constantly looking out for leakers. This event is important because after New York Times didn't get into trouble for publishing the Pentagon Papers, other news program followed through.

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Since 2016, social media has evolved throughout different periods. The popularity with Facebook, the end of Vine, and the beginning of TikTok.

TikTok is often associated with freedom of speech and freedom of press of the 1st Amendment.

Key figures of TikTok include teenagers (Gen-z), celebrities, influencers, and many niche communities.

During the pandemic in 2020, TikTok gained a mass following of users. As everyone was stuck inside, everything involving with connecting to others outside of their own houses would be online. Since quarantine basically ended, TikTok only continue growing worldwide. The app can be used to spread awareness to others' lives, such as the situation in Iran about the strictness dress code for the women with harsh repercussions.

I believe that TikTok has a major influence as a media in the modern day as its built in algorithms drawing people in and keeping viewers engaged.