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Signing of the Declaration of Independence
One this day, The Declaration of Independence was signed. Although this didn't declare the certain freedom of America, it introduced the idea to the King of England. This was a monumental date in US History. -
Beginning of the US Constitution
On this day, the US Constitution was started. A group of men gathered together and began "brainstorming" for their country. This was, obviously, after the war, and they were already individual from England. This didn't mean they had a country though. So, on this day, the beginning of America began. -
Adaption of the US Constitution
Today, the US Constitution was signed. It took quite a long time to create, but the waiting was worth it. Once it was signed, the new country was official! Without this event, we wouldn't have America. This moment in history is incredibly important. -
Invention of the Cotton Gin
On this day, the cotton gin was patented. Eli Whitney was granted the paten, at least, but it wasn't offical until 1807. Either way, the cotton gin was a monumental machine that changed America. It caused the plantation owners to need more slaves, but it also increased the export of cotton massivly. The amount of cotton being made doubled each decade. Overall, the cotton gin was probably one of the most signifigant inventions in American history. -
Indian Removal Act Made Official
On this day, the Indian Removal Act was passed my Andrew Jackson and made official. The Indian Removal Act was when American troops forced the Native Americans out of their homes and into Oregon. It was very bloody and terrifying. This event is very important because its when a very terrifying act became set in stone. -
The Civil War Begins
This is the official beginning of the Civil War. Confederate shots were fired at Fort Sumter towards Union soldiers. This event is extremely impactful on American society because it begins the bloodiest battel of American histroy. This war also changed the nations's history forever. -
Abraham Lincoln Dies
On this day, Abraham Lincoln dies of a gunshot wound to the head. He was actually shot the day before he died. His assassin, John Wilkes Booth, is caught less than two weeks later. This event had an extreme impact on American society because it completely changed Reconstruction. Had Lincoln been around, rebuilding the country would've been a lot different than it was. -
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Gilded Age
This is a time that had been dubbed "The Gilded Age". It is when the wealth and prosperity of America masked the dirty, poor, and hungry aspects. This timespan is influetial because it drew thousands upon thousands of immigrants to America, because the foreigners imagined a rich life (when in reality, they were much mistaken). -
Battle of the Little Bighorn
On this day, the Battle of the Little Big Horn began. This battle is important because it was the final battle the Native Americans ever won. They went out with quite the bang, though. The tribesmen managed to kill every single attacking soldier. -
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World War II
During this time, 6 years and 1 day exactly, World War II raged. This war was mostly centered around Germany and it's dictator, Adolf Hitler. This time span changed America because it reassured the citizens that they were safe. Although we had been attacked, America retaliated and fought back. I believe that this time brought the US closer, and it is something we can look back on as a victory. -
Cuban Missile Crisis
This day was when the USA was made aware of the fact that The Soviet Union had nuclear weapons. This is also called The Missile Scare, because nobody knew whether or not they were planning to use the weapons. After exchanging many messages with one another, no missiles were fired. This event changed America's reltationship with The Soviet Union greatly. There is now a very tense relationship between the two countries, and to this day, it has been very shakey. -
"I Have a Dream" Speech
On this day, Martin Luther King Junior made is famous "I Have a Dream" speech. This speech influenced America's opinion on segregation and racism greatly. Almost every man, woman, and child knows of MLK's famous speech, because it is a historical American moment. -
My Birthday
2 AM, April 3rd, I was born! I was born at the Brandywine Hospital in Pennsylvainia. I have an older brother who is 17, a mom and a dad, and a dog named Harry. We all love to go to Disney World, and have gone 2 years in a row. Today, I'm interested in soccer, watching TV, reading, writing, and lounging around with friends. -
9/11 Terrorist Attack
This day was a depressing one for America. Suicide bombers from the the al-Qaeda clan flew planes into the Twin Towers in New York City. This day has been, and will be, remembered for years to come. This day started the idea of the war that we are currently fighting in the Middle East. If it wasn't for this day, we would be a completely different country.
