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Jamestown Colony Founded
Founded by John Smith. This was the first settlement in the new world. Opened the new world to exploration. -
Plymouth Colony Founded
William Bradford founded. The first colony to seek religious freedom. Laid the foundation for future American belfies. -
United Kingdom Formed
The United Kingdom of Great Britain is formed joining: England, Scotland, and, Wales. Becomes a superpower and now plays a major role in world affairs. -
Great Britian Gets Canada
The Treaty of Paris gives Canada to Great Britain. Giving Great Britain greater influence in the new world. -
The First Continental Congress
This is the first time the colonies meet to discuss how Great Britain was treating them. Trying to figure what to do about Great Britain's unfair policies. -
Revolutionary War Begins
The colonies are trying to gain independence from an abusive great Britain. These colonies want to be independent. They are rebelling because their core beliefs are being attacked and taken away. -
American Independence
The Treaty of Paris is signed granting the Amerian colonies independence. The eyes of the world are watching if this new country can survive. Which leads to inspiring other countries to rebel against their tyrannical governments. -
Bill of Rights Becomes Law
America's constitution now has a Bill of Rights guaranteeing Certain rights by law to the citizens. These are the rights they fought the British for. Now, these basic rights are guaranteed forever preserving the American way of life. Important to note, these rights were not given but are being protected because America believes these are God-given rights. -
Slavery Abolished in British Empire
The British Abolish slavery. Which is a very new idea. Sets the stage for other countries to follow of everyman being created equal. -
Gold Rush
First Gold rush in California. The idea of gold and the hope of a fresh start drives Americans to the Goldrush. They all want the house with the picket fence reality. -
End of Civil War
The bloodiest war in American History. Turned brother against brother. America had to rebuild together as one nation with one goal. A true test to the American ideals.
