Major Wars in United States History

American Revolution

Oct 9, 1775

The first major war was the American Revolution where we claimed our independence.

Major Wars in US History

Period: Oct 9, 1775 to Oct 9, 2011

War of 1812

Oct 9, 1812

This was called the Second war of Independence. It lasted until 1815

Civil War

Apr 12, 1861

The Civil War was between the north and south that went through 1865.

Spanish American War

Feb 15, 1898

World War I

Jul 28, 1914

Though it started in 1914 the US didnt enter until 1l917

World War II

Sep 1, 1939

This lasted until 1945 with the Allies prevailing.

Cold War

Jun 9, 1946

This was the longest war that lasted until 1991

Korean War

Jun 25, 1950

The Korean War lasted 1950-1953

Vietnam War

Jun 1, 1955

This lasted until 1975

War in Iraq

Mar 20, 2003