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European Migration begins in North America.
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England controls the land along much of the Atlantic Coast.
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The British government angers the American colonists by imposing new taxes and limiting their freedom.
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The colonies fought a war for independence against Great Britain.
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The United States leaders drafted the Constitution.
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Industrialization transforms the United States and Canada.
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The United States and Canada expand into western North America.
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The United States agrees to The Louisiana Purchase.
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The Mexican Territory of Texas becomes an independent republic.
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The Mexican Territory of Texas becomes an independent republic.
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Texas joins the United States.
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Gold and Silver is found in California and travelers rush to the area.
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Because of disputes over slavery, economics and politics, the Northern and Southern states fought in the American Civil War.
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Canada gained full independence.
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Prime Minister John A. Macdonald helps create four Canadian colonies- Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick
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The United States purchases Alaska from Russia.
