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The capital is moved from Philadelphia to DC
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The United States Supreme Court overturns its first U.S. law in the case of Marbury versus Madison. This case established the Supreme Court's position as an equal member of the three branches of United States government.
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US purchases Louisiana for 15 million from France
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Jefferson is inaugurated for second term
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US declares war on Britain over British interference with American maritime shipping and westward expansion.
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The first American railroad charter is granted by the state of New Jersey to John Stephens.
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Texas independence was declared at a convention of delegates from fifty-seven Texas communities at Washington-on-the-Brazos, making them an independent nation free from Mexican rule.
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The Civil Rights Act, giving equal rights to blacks in jury duty and accommodation, is passed by the United States Congress.