American History 1800-1876.

By Ian2002

  • Louisiana Purchase

    The United States purchased the Louisiana territory from France.

  • Lewis and Clark explored the Western part of the United States

    In 1804 Lewis and Clark begin their expedition into the western parts of North America.

  • The Embargo Act

    The Embargo Act prohibited American ships to sail to Britain and France. This severely damaged the American economy.

  • Bank of United States Charter Expired

    Bank of United States charter expired, ending the first Bank of United States

  • War of 1812

    The war of 1812 was between the United States and Great Britain over Naval freedom

  • British soldiers burn Washington D.C.

    British soldiers burn Washington D.C in their invasion during the war of 1812

  • Alamo was Overrun

    in 1836 the Alamo was overrun by Santa Anna’s forces.

  • Texas annexed into the United States of America

    In December of 1845 was Texas annexed into the United States of America

  • Dred Scott Decision

    The Dred Scott decision was a court ruling between a slave and his owners.

  • Battles of Vicksburg and Gettysburg