Unit 6 AP U.S. History

Shakers

Nov 28, 1747

Shaker movement founded in Manchester, England. Called “Shakers” for their lively dance worship.

First Textile Factory

Nov 28, 1791

Samuel Slater build the first textile factory in the U.S.

Cotton Gin

Nov 28, 1793

Eli Whitney’s invention that sped the process of harvesting cotton.

Second Great Awakening

Nov 28, 1800

Religious revival characterized by emotional mass and widespread conversion.

Indian Removal Act

Nov 28, 1830

The removal of Indian Tribes still residing east of Mississippi to west of Arkansas and Missouri.

Bank War

Nov 28, 1832

Battle between President Andrew Jackson and Congressional supporters of the Bank of the United States over the bank’s renewal in 1832. Jackson vetoes bill to recharter Bank of the United States.