First Half of the 19th Century Timeline

  • The Bill of Rights

    The Bill of Rights

    It introduced the first 10 Amendments to the
    Constitution. It gives and guarantees rights and liberties the the people.
  • Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson

    Thomas Jefferson had come up with the idea of the Louisiana purchase. It was a very big accomplishment in his presidency. It almost doubled the size of the US.
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    Lewis and Clark's expedition

    It was during Thomas Jefferson's presidency. It sent 2 explorers to map out the west of the US. They were victorious in there journey and we learned more about places west.
  • James Madison

    James Madison

    James Madison Jr, was an statesman and political theorist. He is known as the "Father of the Constitution", because when the constitution was only a draft he helped with it.
  • The War of 1812

    The War of 1812

    It was a war that was not very focused on by historians. It was between the US, its allies, and the UK. It was during Madisons presidency.
  • Erie Canal

    Erie Canal

    It linked the Atlantic and trans-Atlantic marketplaces which will help with the growing agricultural production in the Northern states.
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    James Monroe, Presidency

    He was the 5th President of the United States. H created the Monroe Doctrine.
  • Susan B Anthony

    Susan B Anthony

    She dedicated her life to fighting for women's rights and equality. She was looked down on by men, since they thought women were inferior.
  • The Monroe Doctrine

    During his presidency, James Monroe had made the Monroe doctrine with John Q. Adams. It stated that " The US will not get involved with European affairs."
  • John Q. Adams

    John Q. Adams

    He was the 6th President of the US. He was an diplomat, Senator, and represenative.