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Significant Events in United States History
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Mayflower Compact
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French and Indian War
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Sugar Act
Personally, I believe that this event is one of the most significant events in US history. Many acts and taxes were passed by the British government, which caused the American population to feel as if they were being treated bad. Over time, such acts as this caused Americans to revolt and try to break free over British rule. -
Boston Tea Party
Through this event i feel is important because it shows a real step towards unity of people for one nation. By showing that people are willing to work together for their own rule, and the beginnings of a country. -
First Continental Congress
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Battle of Lexington and Concord
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Declaration of Independence
A document that officially declared America as a free country, is significant because in the present day, it allows all citizens to live the life they would like too and not by anyone elses rules. -
Battle of Saratoga
This battle was an important event due to it being a turning point in the war. The American soldiers fought through and defeated the British, which cause a confidence boost to help the Americans win and end the war. -
Articles of Confederation
The articles of confederation limited the power of national government, while letting individual states to govern their own power. In my opinion, this is significant because it gave more options to the common people, so there was less chance of dissagreement and revolt. -
Battle of Georgetown
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Treaty of Paris
Officially ending the Revolutionary war, the Treaty of Paris is significant because America was finally recognized as independent, and citizens would now be able to live their own lives. -
United States Constitution
This is the most important event in all of United States history. Without our Constitution, our great nation would not have any of the freedoms and loyalties that we enjoy today. -
Louisiana Purchase
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Missouri Compromise
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Annexation of Texas
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Compromise of 1850
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Kansas-Nebraska Act
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Emancipation Proclamation
Giving most slaves freedom, the Emancipation Proclamation is an important part of American history. To me, this was the first real chance of giving African Americans an equal shot to anything. Today freedoms and events with friends can be spent with all members of different cultural backgrounds. -
Battle of Gettysburg
Said to be one of the bloodiest battles of all time, the Battle of Gettysburg was significant to America becauseit was the final stretch to end the Revolutionary war. Thus, once the war ended led to the start of many great things to help this country. -
13th Amendment
The 13th Amendment is a great amendment that was passed. It gave all people equal rights, and without it, I believe that most of the extra activities and friends we have today would not be treated as fairly or as an equal.
