1980-2001

By campbell24
  • Ronald Reagan Elected

    Ronald Reagan Elected

    Ronald Reagan was elected to be the 40th president of the United States. Under his guidance, the United States would regain stability after the difficult times during the 60s/70s.
  • The Challenger

    The Challenger

    The Challenger Space Shuttle, launched in Florida by the U.S. Space Program, exploded 73 seconds after launch.
  • The End of the Cold War

    The End of the Cold War

    George H. W. Bush officially declares The Cold War to be over.
  • The Hubble Space Telescope

    The Hubble Space Telescope

    The United States successfully places the Hubble Space Telescope into orbit, and made it functional about a month later.
  • World Trade Center Bombing

    World Trade Center Bombing

    The World Trade Center in New York was victim to a terrorist attack where a truck rigged with bombs exploded near the north tower.
  • Centennial Olympic Park Bombing

    Centennial Olympic Park Bombing

    A massive attack taking place during the summer olympics in Atlanta. 1 person was killed and around 111 were injured.
  • Columbine Massacre

    Columbine Massacre

    One of the deadliest school shootings in history, leaving 14 students and 1 teacher dead and another 23 injured. This event caused a great impact on school shootings, and is at the root of a national debate to this day.
  • 9/11

    9/11

    On this day, the United States fell victim to a terrorist attack organized by Osama bin Laden. The twin towers were struck by plane, and both fell, killing thousands of innocent people.