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European migration begins in the United States.
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England controls much of the land along much of the gulf coast.
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The British government angers the American colonists by imposing new taxes and limiting their freedom.
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The colonies fought a war for independence against Great Britain.
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The United States leaders drafted the constitution.
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Industrialization transforms the United states and Canada.
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The United States and Canada expand into western North America.
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The United States agreed to the Louisiana Purchase.
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The Mexican Territory of Texas becomes an indeoendent republic.
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Texas joins the United States.
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Gold and silver is found in California and travelers rush into the area.
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Because of disputes over slavery, economics and polotics, the Northern and Southern states fought in the American Civil War.
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Prime Minister John A. Macdonald helps create four Canadian colonies--Quebec, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and new brunswick.
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The United States purchased Alaska.
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Canada gained full independence.
