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In 1860, the southern states formed their own country, which eventually lead to the Civil War.
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After the southern states decided to seperate from the northern states, the Civil War began. This war was started not only because of the seperation, but also slavery.
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The Homestead Act was then passed, giving free land to settlers.
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The Emancipation Proclomation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln, saying that slaves were free.
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During the year of 1865, the Civil War ended and finally, all slaves were free.
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In 1867, the US decided to take control of Alaska, expanding their country.
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Jim Crow laws were formed, segregating people by the color of their skin. Some of these laws included segregation of public schools, public places, and public transportation.
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The US takes control of Hawaii, expanding the country even more.
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World War I broke out in Europe. The President didn't want America to be included, but Germany was sinking American ships, and they had no choice.
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The Soviet Union, which allowed states to own property on behalf of it's citizens, was created.
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The World was at an economic stand still, also known as the Great Depression. People lost their houses, jobs, and land.
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Japan started to attack Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and the United States declared war.
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President Roosevelt died, and Vice President Harry Truman became President.
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The Korean War began, and lasted until 1953
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Terrorists wanted to get revenge on America, so they decided that they would go on a suicide mission to crash into the Twin Towers. This not only affected Americans, but also everyone throughout the world.
