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American Revolution.
The American Revolution occurs, ultimately leading to American independence. -
End of Slave Trade.
Influenced by spreading abolitionist campaigns, such as the Society for the Abolition of the Slave Trade, Britain and America, on 1 January 1808, end their involvement in the slave trade. -
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Slave Trade.
The slave trade brings approximately 2 million Africans to America as slaves. During that time, other Asian and African emigrants would be attracted by gold rushes and employment opportunities.
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Monroe Doctrine.
The Monroe Doctrine declares that the Western Hemisphere is a sphere of influence belonging to America. This claim protected newly independent nations of Latin America. -
Fugitive Slave Act.
The Fugitive Slave Act prohibited protection of any run-away slaves. -
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American Civil War.
The American Civil War was a fight for the ending of slavery. During that time, many slaves had also escaped via the Underground Railroad. -
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American Restoration.
During Reconstruction after the American Civil War, the North gives former slaves freedoms, rights, & re-disturbed lands. -
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Industrialization replacing Manufacturing.
American designed machines replace hand-making of shoes & boots. The Singer sewing machine had a similar effect on tailors and seamstresses. -
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Jim Crow Laws.
The implementation of the Jim Crow Laws caused the unwinding of stome aspects of restoration. -
American Control of Philippines.
America drives the Spanish out of Latin America, then proceeds to control the Philippines, alongside Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and half of Mexico.
