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Louisiana Purchase
The area, which stretches west from the Mississippi River to the Rocky Mountains, cost the United States $15 million. Napoleon, France's leader, was in financial distress as a result of the war and was willing to give up that vast swath of land for a pittance. Jefferson was eager to develop America and purchased the land. Despite the fact that the transaction was unconstitutional, it is now forgotten and overlooked. -
Lewis and Clark Expedition
Lewis and Clark set out to explore the unknown territories of the Louisiana purchase. -
War of 1812
The United States declared war on Britain for interfering with and preventing American shipping from reaching Europe, as well as interfering with America's westward growth. During the war, many significant events occurred. For one thing, the British captured Washington, D.C., and set fire to the White House and the Capitol Building. Another occasion was Francis Scott Key's writing of the Star-Spangled Banner while watching the British bombardment on Fort McHenry in Baltimore. -
Spain Secession
Spain cedes Florida to the United States of America. -
First Public Railroad System
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad started construction. This is America's first public railroad. It was a crucial component in America's westward growth since it made trading much easier and cheaper. This ushered America into the Industrial Revolution while also altering the landscape of this once-primitive country. -
Mexican War
The Mexican War was fought in the United States' attempt to seize control of California and other territory in the Southwest. -
California Gold Rush
In California, gold is discovered at Sutter Mill. Thousands of Americans packed their belongings and moved to California after hearing that gold had been unearthed there. By 1849, the Gold Rush had reached its pinnacle, earning the term "forty-niners" for the many miners who flocked to the area in pursuit of gold. The westward expansion of America was considerably aided by this occurrence. -
Abraham Lincoln is President
Abraham Lincoln becomes the 16th president of the United States.