Early American wars

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  • Battle of Lexington concord

    Battle of Lexington concord

    first major military actions between the British Army and Patriot militias from British America's Thirteen Colonies during the American Revolutionary War.
  • The Battle of Baltimore

    The Battle of Baltimore

    Defending American forces repulsed sea and land invasions off the busy port city of Baltimore, Maryland, by British forces. The British and Americans first met at the Battle of North Point.
  • The sinking of the USS Maine

    The sinking of the USS Maine

    the battleship USS Maine exploded in Havana's harbor in Cuba, killing nearly two-thirds of her crew. The tragedy occurred after years of escalating tensions between the United States and Spain
  • The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem

    The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem

    after witnessing the American flag still flying over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. The song gained popularity and was recognized as the unofficial national anthem over time.