History by Riccardo Scimeca

Articles of confederation 1777

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The Articles of Confederation were adopted by the Continental Congress on November 15, 1777. This document served as the United States' first constitution. It was in force from March 1, 1781, until 1789 when the present-day Constitution went into effect.

California Gold Rush

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California Gold Rush, rapid influx of fortune seekers in California that began after gold was found at Sutter's Mill in early 1848 and reached its peak in 1852. According to estimates, more than 300,000 people came to the territory during the Gold Rush.

Mexican American War

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The Mexican–American War, also known in the United States as the Mexican War, and in Mexico as the United States intervention in Mexico, was an invasion of Mexico by the United States Army from 1846 to 1848.

constitution ratfield 1789

rscimeca3 — 2024-09-20 01:32:31 UTC

The us constitution was adopted, creating a stronger federal government with an established system of checks and balances, replacing the article of confederation.

The Bill of rights 1791

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The first ten amendments to the Constitution were added, guaranteeing individual rights and freedoms, such as freedom of speech and the right to bear arms.

Louisiana Purchase 1803

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The United States acquired vast territory from France, doubling the size of the nation and facilitating westward expansion.

Annexation of Texas 1845

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Texas joined the United States, following its independence from Mexico, leading to tensions that contributed to the Mexican-American War.

Mexican Cession 1848

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Following the Mexican-American War, Mexico ceded a large portion of its northern territory to the U.S., including present-day California, Nevada, and Utah.

Gadsen Purchase 1854

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The U.S. purchased a strip of land from Mexico to facilitate a southern transcontinental railroad, further defining the boundaries of the U.S.

Trail of tears 1831-1850

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The forced removal of Native American nations from their ancestral homelands in the southeastern U.S. to designated Indian Territory, resulting in significant suffering and death.