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Pony Express
In 1860 the Pony Express begins. The Pony Express was used to send mail. -
President Abraham Lincoln
In the year of 1861 Abraham Lincoln becomes the President. -
African American Soldiers
In 1862 Congress authorizes Union Army to accept African American soldiers. -
Nickel
In 1866 the five cent coin was authorized by Congress to be called a nickel. -
Alaska
In 1867 the United States purchase Alaska territory from Russia.
