Timeline of U.S. Government: Asayles

By asayles1gwd51
  • 1965 BCE

    Civil Rights Movement

    The Civil Rights Movement resulted in landmark legislation like the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, further expanding democratic participation and rights.
  • Magna Carta
    Jun 15, 1203

    Magna Carta

    "Great Charter" in Latin, is a historical document signed by King John of England in 1215
  • Dec. of Independence

    Dec. of Independence

    It proclaimed the 13 American colonies' separation from British rule and articulated the philosophical and legal reasons for their independence.
  • Constitutional Convention

    Constitutional Convention

    a meeting where delegates gather to draft or revise a constitution
  • Constitution

    Constitution

    The U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the United States, establishing the structure, powers, and limitations of the federal government, while also guaranteeing certain rights to its citizens.
  • The Bill of Rights

    The Bill of Rights

    The first ten amendments to the US Constitution, ratified in 1791 and guaranteeing such rights as the freedoms of speech, assembly, and worship.
  • Civil War and Abolition

    Civil War and Abolition

    The Civil War, while a tragic conflict, ultimately led to the abolition of slavery with the passage of the 13th Amendment.
  • 19th Amendment

    19th Amendment

    Women gained the right to vote with the ratification of the 19th Amendment.