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Period: Jan 28, 1400 to
Exploration & Colonization
European nations competed with each other to establish colonies North and South america to increase economies. European nation colonized much of the world at he same time. -
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American Revolution
Colonies in great Britain broke away and became independent making there own nation. U.S Became independent September 3, 1783 -
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U.S Constitution
Basic laws and powers of the United States. -
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The Federalist Era
Making the Federal Government -
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Age of Jefferson
Jefferson attempted to reverse federalist policies. State Governments had more power to govern the people. -
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War of 1812
War between U.s And great Britain. americas 2nd war for independence. -
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Age of Nationalism
Political Leaders tried to promote national interests over sectional differences. -
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ERA of Jacksonian Democracy
Increased popular participation in government. -
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Age of Section Conflict
U.S. added more territory that caused Mexican war. Slavery to these areas lead to Civil War -
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Manifest Destiny
When U.S. Expanded west and led to Mexican War. -
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Civil War
North & South in war. Nation divided 1861-1865 -
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Reconstruction
Reconstruction after Civil War southern states were re-admitted to the union. -
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Age of Industrialization, immigration, & urbanization
Big businesses evolved and became a dominate force in America. -
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Progressive Era
Restore economy & return control of Government -
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Age of Imperialism
Foreign nations expand there markets. U.S took control of Philippines, Puerto Rico, Guam, and gain influence over Cuba -
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WW1
Global military that took place in Europe -
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Roaring 20s
The period between two world wars. speakeasies, gangsters & the roles of women were challenged -
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Great depression
Major economic downfall as in massive unemployment, business failures and foreclosures -
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WW2
Worldwide conflict between U.S, France, Soviet Union, China VS Germany, Japan and Italy -
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Cold War
Intense conflict between U.S & USSR -
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Civil rights movement
Black americans fight to have full rights and citizenship -
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U.S AS Sole superpower
The time after the fall of the soviet union & end of cold war. -
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War on Terror 9/11
Attempt to maintain our national security by fighting against Qaeda & other extremist groups that wish to destroy America