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Jan 1, 1500
The Illinwek began to settle in Illinois.
The Illinwek traveled and settled in Illinois to grow crops and make homes. -
French claims Illinois
France claims the Illinois country. -
The U.S Constitution is Written
The United States Constitution is the supreme law of the United States. -
Illinois becomes a state
Illinois approved its first constitution and enters the union as the 21st state. -
Americans win The Black Hawk War.
The American win the Black Hawk War, the last Indian war in Illinois. -
Lincoln is President
Abraham Lincoln is elected President leading to the Civil War. -
The capital of Ilinois is chosen.
Springfield becomes the capital of Illinois. -
Chicago Fire
A huge fire detroys a large part of Chicago. -
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World War 1.
The United States engadged in World War 1. -
Ronald Regan is elected president.
Illinois native Ronald Regan is elected U.S. President.
