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Era that Britain Controlled its 13 colonies
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The act of Union between England and Scotland formed the United Kingdom
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The New York Slave Rebellion was an attempt for slaves to revolt against the white population. 9 whites were killed, 6 wounded, and half of the slaves that were brought to trial were executed.
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Jean Baptiste Le Moyne de Bienville establishes New Orleans
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After the flooding of New Orleans, the city began construction on its infamous levee system
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The era of piracy against British companies & ships ends with the end of the war on piracy with a British Victory.
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The first edition of Poor Richard's Almanac, written by Benjamin Franklin, was published.
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The French and Indian war was a war fought on the American continent over disputes between French and British territory. (The grander name of the war is the 7 years war, which involved fighting around the world)
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The Sugar (and later) Stamp act was passed in order to increase revenue for the British government. This was done in order to pay for the seven years war.
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The continental congress declares independence
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The American forces flanked enemy forces via crossing the Delaware River. Following was the Battle of Trenton, which became a huge morale boost
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Horatio Gates chases the British army through the American Countryside
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The United States won the war, and was recognized by the major powers.
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Era of American Independence
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Eli Whitney invented the gin, allowing mass production of cotton
