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Massacre at Mystic
Took place during Peqot War. Colonists set fire to Peqot Fort near the Mystic River. Over 500 people were killed. -
The Scalp Act
This was an act that was passed to remove Native Americans from an area. Any scalp brought in over the age of 12 would be traded for 180 of some currency. This was for other Native American tribes and for land owners. -
The Boston Tea Party
This event happened because the People were done with the British taxing every little thing that could be purchased, thus resulting in them throwing tea into the river because of the Tea Act. The goal for this action was to get the British to stop taxing things such as sugar and tea. -
The Battles of Lexington and Concord
These battles were the start of the Revolutionary War. Americans win , but the British destroyed cannons and supplies. They were pushed all the way back to Boston. -
The Declaration of Independence
The signing of the Declaration of Independence was initially supposed to signed on July 4th, 1776, but those who could not be there that day met on August 2nd, 1776 to sign it. This document was essentially a break up letter to Britain saying they do not like their ruling and want to be their own country. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
George Washington led his soldiers to a camp at Valley Forge, and it turned into a great trial for his soldiers' morality and patriotism. Hundreds of thousands died of diseases, but were always by George's side. -
The Winter at Valley Forge
Gen. George Washington moved his troops, the Continental Army, into Valley Forge, in which they endured a long, cold winter. Many got sick and died, but they were still at George Washington's side. -
Benedict Arnold turns traitor
Benedict Arnold was an American who ratted out where a U.S. post was, West point, in return for money and a place to lead the British army. Americans found out, but he escaped to enemy lines. -
The Battle of Cowpens
This was a battle near the town of Cowpens, South Carolina, and was a battle during the Revolutionary War between Britain and the U.S.. U.S. forces won this engagement. -
Articles of Confederation is Ratified
The Articles of Confederation was the first constitution, which allowed the United States to slowly progress into a stable country. The Constitution later replaced the Articles of Confederation. -
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The Battle of Yorktown
The British General surrendered to George Washington's army, causing a very very impactful victory. French soldiers also helped American forces in this victory. -
The 3/5ths Compromise
This act allows for slaves to be counted as 3/5ths of a person to help decide the states population which would then influence the House of Representatives and the state tax. -
Constitution is Ratified
The Constitution became the framework for the new Government, and promised to add a Bill of Rights to the Constitution. It was also a way of promising that it would not become a tyrannical Government. -
Presidential Inauguration of George Washington
The first inauguration of the first president would start something I don't think anybody at that time would progress into. George Washington would be the first to start a precedent for any upcoming president. -
Washington's Farewell Address
This book published by George Washington was his announcement of retirement, and further gave his political advice for the forever changing American Government. -
The Death of George Washington
George Washington was the first President of the United States, and was the Commanding Chief during the Revolutionary War. Without George, our nation wouldn't be as it stands today. The Death was important because it meant a new President was needed to continue running this Country. -
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Election Day, 1800
This election was when Thomas Jefferson beat John Adams in the election of 1800.This election was significant because both parties actually campaigned against each other, and Aaron Burr and Thomas Jefferson were actually tied. -
Marbury v Madison
This case of Presidential election helped progress the way the judicial branch reviews the election, furthering progressing the way of the U.S. government. -
Slave Trade Ends in the United States
The Prohibiting Importation of Slaves act outlaws the ability to buy slaves from other countries and import them. -
Battle of Tippecanoe
A battle that was actually fought in Indiana between Americans and Native Americans. The loss for a leader named Tecumseh forced him to side with Great Britain during the War of 1812. -
The USS Constitution defeats the HMS Guerriere
This was a battle between an American ship and a British ship. The British kept firing cannon balls at her and they would bounce off. The British would then call the ship "Old Ironside". I believe the cannon balls were actually too heavy and would cause it to lose velocity, making it less likely to break the wood. -
Battle of Baltimore
Sea/land battle between America and Britain. Part of the War of 1812. America won by killing off the British. -
The Battle of New Orleans
This was a battle between American and British forces in current day Chalmette, Louisiana. The unpreparedness of the British army made them lose this engagement because they weren't experienced in fighting in swampy bayou areas. -
The Missouri Compromise
This compromise would impact the slave to free state count. This makes Missouri and slave state, and Maine as a free state. -
The Election of Andrew Jackson
This election started the Democratic dominance in politics, after Andrew Jackson won this rematch of the 1824 election. John Q. Adams lost his attempt at a second term that year. -
Indian Removal Act
This allows the president to talk Native Americans and make deals to have them move out of their homeland to sell the land. -
Trail of Tears
This was a wave of forced displacements for Native American that moved over 60,000 people from their lands. Around 15,000 Cherokee died during the entire trail. -
Nat Turner Rebellion
Nat Turner was a slave who led other slaves to rebel against the Virginians. This outburst lasted 3 days and ended 60 people's corrupted lives. -
The Battle of the Alamo
Mexican troops were upset over losing the Texas territory to Americans, so they decided to launch an attack on a place called Alamo. Very brutal siege that lasted 13 days. -
Mexico loses California, New Mexico, and Arizona
Mexico signed the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, handing over the following territories: Arizona, California, New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, Nevada, and Utah. This hugely expanded the United States, and further pushing the idea of "Manifest Destiny". -
The Fugitive Slave Act
This act requires slaves to be brought back to their owners, even if they escape to a free state. This caused the Government to have to look for missing slaves. -
Dred Scott Decision
This was a court case known as Dred Scott v. Stanford. This court case was over Dred and his wife Harriet fighting for freedom in a free state and territory. They were told to be free, and later the Supreme Court reversed it, causing a spark towards a civil war. -
The Dead Rabbits Riot
This riot lasted two days and was caused by a gang war between Dead Rabbits and Bowery Boys. 8 men were killed, 30-100 people were injured in the riot. -
South Carolina secedes from the United States
South Carolina was the first to secede from the Union and essentially pushed the possibility of the Civil War into action. -
Abraham Lincoln Elected President
Abraham Lincoln was a major influence on slaves being freed, but was also an influence on the civil war, since slaves were a main part of the South's economy. -
The First Battle of Bull Run
First major battle of the civil war, between the North and the South. Even thought the North had more troops, the South won. -
Emancipation Proclamation
Pres. Abraham Lincoln passed this document, stating that any slave that is owned by a person is now free within the rebellious states. This was passed during the third year of the Civil War. -
The Battle of Gettysburg
Gen. Lee launches another attack on the North that was supposed to end the war, but failed. Women fought on both sides of this battle, and this battle was an outcome of a desperate need for soldier's shoes. -
13th Amendment
This amendment just outlaws slavery that is involuntary, unless it is a punishment for crime. -
The Treaty at Appomattox Courthouse
Gen. Lee signed a treaty stating they surrender to the North. -
The Ku Klux Klan is Established
This white supremacist terrorist hate group would cause laws to be put in place over racial injustice and discrimination. Just an overall negative thing. -
14th Amendment
This amendment states that any person born in the USA is a resident of the USA and the state they were born in. No state has the abilities to restrict people of their privileges, pass a law without the Legislative Branch, or deny any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of said laws. -
John D. Rockefeller Creates Standard Oil
The productions of standard oil would soon take over the 90% of the United States refineries and pipelines in the next decade. He would soon start to received accusations such as sabotaging trains to gain a monopoly. -
15th Amendment
This amendment states that anyone, of legal voting age, is able to vote no matter their race, color, or even if they were previously a slave. -
Alexander Graham Bell Patents the Telephone
Alexander inventing the telephone would change the future of the world in a jurassic way. It was created by using visual speech which was originally used for the deaf. -
Battle of Little Bighorn
This was a battle between Native American tribes and the 7th Calvary Regiment in the U.S. This was a part of the Great Sioux War, and was a defeat for the U.S. forces. -
The Great Oklahoma Land Race
This was a rush to all the unassigned land that was previously owned by Native Americans. 50,000 people rushed to gain a piece of land. -
Battle of Wounded Knee
This was an attack on Lakota Indians at Wounded Knee River to repress the Plains Indians. The U.S. troops killed around 300 Lakota Indians. -
Ellis Island Opens to Process Immigrants
700 immigrants passed through Ellis Island the first day, and 450,000 over the course of the year. Ellis Island closed its doors after 12 million immigrants pass through. -
Plessy vs. Ferguson
This court case was overall just messed up. This case decided that it did not go against the law for everything to be racially separate as long as it was equal. Allowing separate public accommodations based on race to be common. -
The sinking of the USS Maine
An unknown explosion caused the USS Maine to sink off the coast of Havana, Cuba. This would lead to war against France. -
Battle of the Philippines
10 days after America declared war on Spain, the U.S. Navy defeated the Spanish fleet guarding the Philippines. This was the first major battle in the Spanish-American War. -
The Wizard of Oz (Book) is Published
Being written and published in 1900, the musical wasn't actually performed until 1902. The Wizard of Oz book was written by L. Frank Baum and was banned in some libraries for having "no benefit for children" and having "too much negativity". -
Teddy Roosevelt Becomes President of the United States
Roosevelt takes place in office after McKinley's assassination, becoming the youngest person to be president. He greatly strengthened the power of the executive branch, and still remained very popular. -
J.P. Morgan Founds U.S. Steel
Morgan became a dictator over the steel industry by financing 3 of the owners of other steel companies and gaining a monopoly. -
Ford Motor Company is Founded
Founded by Henry Ford, the idea of the motorized vehicle was not the only invention that changed the world, the invention of assembly lines would also change the way factories worked. -
Ida Tarbell Publishes Her Article About Standard Oil
Ida publishes a 19 part series of exposing all of the unethical things Rockefeller is abusing with his monopoly gain, showing the amount of abuse the workers are going through for his gain. -
The 16th Amendment is Passed
This amendment passed the right for the Government to impose a Federal income tax. -
Angel Island Opens to Process Immigrants
Similar to Ellis Island, it took in immigrants. Difference is, Angel Island took in Asian immigrants and was considered better because of the isolation, and was faster with accepting immigrants. -
The 17th Amendment is Passed
This amendment would allow voters to directly vote for their Senator, instead of it being chosen by state legislatures. This gave the people more representation in the Govenment. -
Sacco and Vanzetti arrested for armed robbery and murder
Sacco and Vanzetti, two poor Italians, were charged with robbery and murder at a shoe factory in Braintree, Massachusetts. This case is debated to this day because people believe both are actually innocent. -
KDKA goes on the air from Pittsburgh
This was the first ever live radio broadcast that would change the future. This broadcast was over the Harding-Cox presidential election, but not many people actually heard it due to not many people owning a radio at the time. -
Teapot Dome Scandal
This was a bribery scandal that lasted 2 years and was a case of the administration of Pres. Harding accepting bribe money from oil companies. -
1st Miss American Pageant
Originally a pageant for women ages 17-25. This was meant for people to extend labor day weekend, but only caused negativity for women, as it started to form standards as what women were supposed to look like and what they should be doing in their lives. They were "supposed to eat right and exercise a lot". The first winner was Margaret Gorman. -
1st Winter Olympics Held
There were 14 events held in the French Alps, including a total of 6 sports. This one event would continue for almost 100 years. -
Scopes Monkey Trial
This was a court case about a Tennessee teacher accused of teaching evolution, which was against Tennessee law. This law states it is illegal to "teach any theory that denies the story of the Divine Creation of man as taught in the Bible, and to teach instead that man has descended from a lower order of animals.” -
The Great Gatsby published by F. Scott Fitzgerald
This book was set a few years in the future at the time, and was set in the jazz age. This book is about a stockbroker moving to a new city to meet with his cousin, and instead meets a millionaire that is wanting to reunite with said person's cousin. -
Charles Lindberg completes solo flight across the Atlantic
First person to complete a nonstop transatlantic flight going from Long Island, New York, to Paris, France. HIs plane was called Spirit of St. Louis and the flight was over 30 hours long. -
The Jazz Singer debuts (1st movie with sound)
This was a movie called The Jazz Singer, produced by Warner Bros, uses their Vitaphone 'sound-on-disc' technology which is basically how vinyl's work, but they made it very small scale. This movie was first shown in the Blue Moose Theater. -
St. Valentine's Day Massacre
This was a massacre against Capone's gang, which would mark his downfall of being a menace to Chicago. A federal court found Capone guilty of some charges and he had to serve 6 months in Cooke county jail. -
Black Tuesday (Stock Market Crash)
At this time, a severe amount of stocks declined rapidly, causing people to sell them all and crashed the stock market. This devastation would then cause the Great Depression. -
The Adoption of the Star Spangled Banner as the National Anthem
The Senate passed the bill passing adopting it as the Anthem, and Pres. Hoover signed it into effect. -
The Empire State Building Opens
Taking a little over a year, the tallest building in the world at the time was constructed during the Great Depression.
