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American History Timeline

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1606 The Colonial Settlement Jamestown Virginia is founded. 104 English men and boys arrive aboard The Susan Constant, Godspeed and The Discovery.

A Rough Start

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From 1611-1624 the citizens of Jamestown Virginia have trouble dealing with the harsh weather, especially the Winters. They fear they cannot grow enough food to survive.

Second Colony is Established

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1620 The Second American colony is established when the Puritans landed on Plymouth on the Mayflower

Working Relations

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1621 The Pilgrims sign a peace treaty with the Wampanoag which benefited the Puritans also. The Wampanoag help the settlers learn to farm the land

Rise of the Slave Trade

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During the 300 period of time when the transatlantic slave trade was active it is estimated that over 12.5 million slaves were bought and sold

The French and Indian War

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From May 28th 1754 to February 10th 1763 The French fought against The British American Colonies. Both sides utilized the strength of The Native Americans various tribes.

British Reforms/Colonial Resistance

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From 1767 to 1772 tensions between the British Empire and the Colonies rise as the British try to over exert their authority over the colonies to keep them from causing trouble.

First Shots of War

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"shot heard round the world" April 19th 1775 Lexington and Concord Massachusetts the first shots that led to the American Revolutionary War.

A new Nation is Born

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On September 3, 1783 The American Revolutionary War ends with the defeat of the British Empire.

A Journey West

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1803 The Louisiana Purchase is concluded and the American goal to move west is dubbed Manifest Destiny

Civil War

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From 1861-1865 The Fate of America was battled over during its first Civil war which resulted in The Union winning.

Freedom

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On December 6th 1865 Slavery is Abolished

A new State

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On February 14th 1912 Arizona Becomes the 48th state.

The Great Depression

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1929 for 10 weeks straight the stock market loses more and more value until 50% of is wiped out causing devastating financial trouble for the entire nation.

A Historic Moment

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On January 20th 2009 America elects the First Black President