Early American Wars Timeline

By Ethan Tallon
  • The Winter at Valley Forge

    The Winter at Valley Forge

    Demonstrated American resilience during harsh conditions
  • The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    The Battles of Lexington and Concord

    Marked the start of the American Revolution
  • Benedict Arnold Turns Traitor

    Benedict Arnold Turns Traitor

    Highlighted internal conflicts and loyalty issues
  • The Battle of Cowpens

    The Battle of Cowpens

    A pivotal Revolutionary War victory for America
  • The USS Constitution defeats the HMS Guerriere

    The USS Constitution defeats the HMS Guerriere

    Showcased American naval power during the War of 1812
  • The Battle of Baltimore

    The Battle of Baltimore

    Inspired Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner"
  • The Battle of New Orleans

    The Battle of New Orleans

    Last major battle of the War of 1812
  • The Election of Andrew Jackson

    The Election of Andrew Jackson

    Marked the rise of populism and expansionism
  • The Battle of the Alamo

    The Battle of the Alamo

    Symbolized Texas' fight for independence
  • Mexico loses California, New Mexico, and Arizona

    Mexico loses California, New Mexico, and Arizona

    Resulted from the Mexican-American war
  • The Treaty at Appomattox Courthouse

    The Treaty at Appomattox Courthouse

    Marked the Civil War's end
  • South Carolina secedes from the United States

    South Carolina secedes from the United States

    First state to secede, leading to the Civil War
  • Abraham Lincoln Elected President

    Abraham Lincoln Elected President

    Became the 16th President of the United States and led the Union during the Civil War
  • The First Battle of Bull Run

    The First Battle of Bull Run

    First major land battle of the Civil War
  • The Battle of Gettysburg

    The Battle of Gettysburg

    A turning point in the Civil War and where Abraham Lincoln delivered his famous speech "The Gettysburg Address"
  • The Sinking of the USS Maine

    The Sinking of the USS Maine

    Prompted the Spanish-American War
  • Battle of the Philippines

    Battle of the Philippines

    Demonstrated American military expansion
  • The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem

    The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem

    Cemented the song's status as a national symbol