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Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa, Italy in 1451. He loved the sea. He became a sailor when he was fifteen years old.
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Jacques Cartier was born in 1491 in the French seaport of St.Malo.
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1554 Sir Walter Raleigh was born in Hayes Barton in Devonshire.
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13 years before the Pilgrims landed in Massachusetts, a group of 104 English men began a settlement on the banks of Virginia.
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Twenty slaves in Virginia Africans brought to Jamestown are the first slaves imported
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Mayflower compact was finished with 14 people signing it.
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It is both the first and oldest school in the United States.
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Colonial North America's slave trade begins when the first American slave carrier,
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There's a total of about 21,000 students.
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one thousand six hundred eighty-eight yeahs old.
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Ben discovered electricity by having a kite with a key tied to it on a stormy night and lightnin hit the kite but was stopped by the key.
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The French Indian War was the last colonial war. It was between the British and The French. Native American joined the French in this war because they were scared the Britich would take over their land.The war ended when the British captured Quebec.
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King George Did at the Windsor Castle, Berkshire, England
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As a result of this law American colonies were obliged to pay a fee on almost every piece of paper used for legal documents, licenses, etc.
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Santa Claus is said to bring gifts to good children for Christmas.
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The Revolution war was between the Brithish and Americans. It was faught in Lexington, Massachusetts and nearby Concord. It ended with the declaration of independence.
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There's no "Untited States' in the Declaration.
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Vermont is the first of the thirteen colonies to abolish slavery.
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The first Confederation of the U.S.
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It has 27 Ammendments.
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Delaware was the first state to ratify the United States constitution.
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Delaware was the first state to ratify the United States constitution.
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Pennsylvania is the first state of the fifty United States to list their web site URL on a license plate.
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.New Jersey has the highest population density in the U.S. An average 1,030 people per sq. mi., which is 13 times the national average.
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Historic Saint Marys Georgia is the second oldest city in the nation.
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The world's first nuclear powered submarine was built in Groton in 1954.
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Boston built the first subway system in the United States in 1897.
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In 1830 the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Company built the first railroad station in Baltimore.
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The salamander was given the honor of official state amphibian.
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Alan Bartlett Shepard Jr., the first American to travel in space is from East Derry, New Hampshire.
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Virginia is known as "the birthplace of a nation".
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The first capital of the United States was New York City.
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George washington was the first president.
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The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is the oldest State University in the United States.
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Census for 1790
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Rhode Island was the last of the original thirteen colonies to become a state.
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Vermont was, at various times, claimed by both New Hampshire and New York.
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Made up of ten Ammendments.
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The Kentucky Derby is the oldest continuously held horse race in the country.
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Before the year 1973, the process of separating cotton from the seeds was essentially done by hand and was labor-intensive.
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The Judicial power of the United States shall not be construed to extend to any suit in law or equity, commenced or prosecuted against one of the United States by Citizens of another State, or by Citizens or Subjects of any Foreign State.
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Tennessee has more than 3,800 documented caves.
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he was the first president to live in the white housse.
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Census for 1800
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he was chosen to draft the decleration of independence in 1776.
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Ohio is the leading producer of greenhouse and nursery plants.
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The Electors shall meet in their respective states and vote by ballot for President and Vice-President.
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He was the shortest president at five feet four inches. He weighed only around 100 pounds.
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Census for 1810
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Louisiana was named in honor of King Louis XIV.
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The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain. It started because the British violated the U.S. maritime rights. The U.S won this war.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway is the site of the greatest spectacle in sports, the Indianapolis 500.
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Was founded in Detroit, moved to Ann Arbor in 1837.
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He created the Monroe Doctrine, which warned other countries against expansion in the west.
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The Mississippi River is the largest in the United States and is the nation's chief waterway.
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The world's first Skyscraper was built in Chicago, 1885
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Alabama workers built the first rocket to put humans on the moon.
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Census for 1820
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Maine is the only state that shares its border with only one other state.
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Missouri is known as the "Show Me State".
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he kept a diary all his adult life that he started when he was 11
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france lead jackson to the brink of war in 1835.
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The Graham Cracker is a Cracker mad of grains from wheat, and you can make s'mores with them.
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Census for 1830
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Neither slavery nor involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for crime where of the party shall have been duly convicted, shall exist within the United States, or any place subject to their jurisdiction.
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There's a total of 1,400 women and 1,400 men.
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There's 700 blacks a Oberlin College
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The Texas Revolution war was between the Texans and the mexicans. The Texans won the war.
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Arkansas contains over 600,000 acres of lakes and 9,700 miles of streams and rivers.
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The state Capitol with its majestic dome was built in Lansing in l879.
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van buren served as the govenor of new york for three months before becoming president
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Vulcanized is rubber that is used for many things like car tires, Race car tires, shoe soles, etc.
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Census for 1840
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He died of pneumonia after his 32nd day in office.
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His father seved as the governor in virginia.
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Baseball is a popular game in North America. Alexander Cartwright invented the modern baseball field in 1845.
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The largest lake in Florida is Lake Okeechobee.
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James came from a family with 10 children in it.
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Texas is popularly known as The Lone Star State.
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It was a war between the U.S and Mexico. It began when the Mexicans attacked American soldiers on the border. The U.S won this war.
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Scranton is home to Iowa's oldest water tower still in service.
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A delicious treat for a hard day after school.
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The state is nicknamed the Badger State.
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Taylors Horses name was old whitey.
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Census for 1850
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California is known variously as The Land of Milk and Honey, The El Dorado State, The Golden State, and The Grape State.
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Millard filmore lost the election to james buchanan in 1856
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He graduated in 1824 at bowdoin university
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Official Name Changes:
February 12, 1855 – Agricultural College of the State of Michigan, March 15, 1861 – State Agricultural College, June 2, 1909 – Michigan Agricultural College, May 1, 1925 – Michigan State College of Agriculture and Applied Science, July 1, 1955 – Michigan State University of Agriculture and Applied Science, January 1, 1964 – Michigan State University -
he served as secretary of state when jmes polk was in office
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Most erasers are made out of rubber. They are usually white or pink.
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Minnesota has 90,000 miles of shoreline, more than California, Florida and Hawaii combined.
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Minnesota has 90,000 miles of shoreline, more than California, Florida and Hawaii combined.
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Minnesota has 90,000 miles of shoreline, more than California, Florida and Hawaii combined.
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Oregon has more ghost towns than any other state.
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Census for 1860
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The rifle was made in New Haven, Conneticut. Unknown date.
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Six barrels were revolved by gears operated by a hand crank, and fired 1,200 rounds per minute.
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The American Civil War was between the northern states and the southern states. It is known as the bloodiest war for claming more than 900 million soldiers.
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lincoln was shot about 10pm on April 14th and died around 7am on april 15th
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A portrait of President Ronald Reagan made from 10,000 Jelly Belly beans hangs in the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, Calif.
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Cereal was invented when colonial housewives started serving up popcorn with sugar and cream for breakfast.
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West Virginia has the oldest population of any state. The median age is 40.
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Soccer is a popular game in Europe. A game is officiated by a referee, who has full authority to enforce the Laws of the Game.
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In March 1931 Governor Fred Balzar signed into law the bill legalizing gambling in the state.
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johnson suffered a stroke while talking to his daughter in 1875
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The 13th Amendment states that Slavery shall be abolished and that it can only be used as a punishment.
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J. Sterling Morton founded Arbor Day in Nebraska City in 1872.
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The validity of the public debt of the United States, authorized by law, including debts incurred for payment of pensions and bounties for services in suppressing insurrection or rebellion, shall not be questioned.
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A grain elevator in Hutchinson is 1/2 mile long and holds 46 million bushels in its 1,000 bins.
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the great chicago fire happened when he was in office
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American Football is a popular game in North America.
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Census for 1870
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The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude.
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This is when the 15th ammendment enterred our laws and it stated that people could vote no matter what race or color
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No item of clothing is more American than the blue jeans invented in 1873 by Jacob Davis and Levi Strauss.
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The United States Air Force Academy is located in Colorado Springs.
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Zeth Wheeler patents rolled and perforated wrapping paper in 1871. By 1874 he had is own business the Rolled Wrapping Paper Company, but the company couldn't turn a profit.
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hayes volunteered in the 23rd regiment in ohio during the civil war
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The light bulb is important in our life, so we can read and do basic chores at night time.
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Census for 1880
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he was shot on july 1st by charles guiteau
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his nickname was the gentleman boss
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he was the sixth cousin twice removed from ulysses grant
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Coca Cola is a popular carbonated drink. It is sold all over the world.
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The first Softball game was played in chicago. Softball is played between two teams of 10-14 players.
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he expanded and modernised the us navy
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North Dakota passed a bill in 1987 making English the official state language.
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Bowdle is known for the tallest water tower in South Dakota.
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Montana has the largest migratory elk herd in the nation.
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Seattle, Washington is home to the first revolving restaurant, 1961.
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Census for 1890
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All stop signs have an octagonal shape. The stop sign was invented by William Eno in 1890.
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The Cataldo mission is the oldest building in the state.
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The first coal mine in Wyoming was in Carbon in 1867.
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71% of CMU students volunteer or do community service, exceeding the national average for student volunteerism.
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The Radio was invented by Nicola Tesla. People used to listen to the radio in the early 1900s. It was considered a main peice of entertainment.
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Volleyball is a game that played indoors and out. Volleyball is a team sport which has Two teams of six players are separated by a net .
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The average snowfall in the mountains near Salt Lake City is 500 inches.
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Corn Flakes is a popular and fast breakfast. It is made of wheat.
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he was assasinated by leon f czolgosz
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Census for 1900
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The first Assembly Line was invented by Henry Ford. It is useful in making cars faster.
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he had a guinea pig named fatgradyher o
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Cars are very useful in kinds of transportation. Major car factories are located in Michigan.
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No one is sure when the Teddy Bear was invented. The Teddy Bear was named after President Teddy Rosevelt.
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The Banana Split was invented by a 23 year old guy. His name was David Stickler. It is made of bananas and three flavors of icecream.
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A life-size statue stands in honor of Astronaut Thomas P. Stafford in Weatherford.
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He weighed over 300 pounds
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Census for 1910
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Santa Fe is the highest capital city in the United States at 7,000 feet above sea level.
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The Arizona trout is found only in the Arizona.
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The Congress shall have power to lay and collect taxes on incomes, from whatever source derived, without apportionment among the several States, and without regard to any census or enumeration.
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The Senate of the United States shall be composed of two Senators from each State, elected by the people there of, for six years.
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he won the nobel peace prize in 1920
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A war fought from 1914 to 1918.It was between the United states, Great Britain, France, Russia, Italy, Japan, and other allies against Germany, Austria, and other allies. It ended when Germany and its allies got defeated. Read more: http://www.answers.com/topic/world-war-i#ixzz1aHWjQbcR
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After one year from the ratification of this article the manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors within, the importation there of into, or the exportation thereof from the United States and all territory subject to the jurisdiction there of for beverage purposes is hereby prohibited.
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Census for 1920
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The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex.
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he hosted weekly poker games at the white house
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his nickname was silent cal
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Kool Aid is a drink favored by little Kids. It has many different flavors. It was invented by Edwin Perkins.
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The Television was invented by Philo T. Farnsworth. Philo loved to experiment by building electric motors in an attic loft. The Television is a great source of media.
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Walter Diemer invented the pink colored Double Bubble, bubble gum.
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Mickey Mouse is a cartoon character. It was created by Walt Disney to replace a different cartoon character.
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he was raised in a quaker family
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Census for 1930
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Most Electric Guitars' bodies are made out of solid wood. The need an amplifier to make them louder.
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The terms of the President and the Vice President shall end at noon on the 20th day of January, and the terms of Senators and Representatives at noon on the 3d day of January.
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he was the only person that was elected president four times
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Repealing 1th Amendment except the age is 21 and no one under that age can drink.
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The first soft served ice cream was served at Dairy Queen stores.
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World War II had begun when Germany invasded Poland in September 1939 which drove Great Britain and France to declare war on Germany.
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Census for 1940
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he was subject to an assassination attempt in 1950
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Cable TV is used in the United States. You need a subscription to
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Census for 1950
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The Korean war started after North Korea invaded South Korea. This war was between South Korean and its allies and North Korea and its allies.
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No person can be elected for the role of president twice.
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Bar Code is a system that is computerized. Most stores in the United states use the bar code system.
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he died at age 78
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Vietnam War was between North Korea and its aalies and South Vietnam and its ally the U.S. This war was long, cold, and bloody. More than 3 million people lost their lives icluding 58,000 Americans.
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Video Tape is a magnatic tape. It is used for storing all kinds of data. It records sounds and images.
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The first video game was called Tennis for two. People used to get in line to play video games.
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Russian whalers and fur traders on Kodiak Island established the first settlement in Alaska in 1784.
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Hawaii is the only state that grows coffee.
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Censsu for 1960
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Small states considered States for more votes.
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he was the first president to be born in the 21st century
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he recieved the silver star in a combat mission.
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The Computer Mouse was invented and developed by Douglas Englebart. A computer mouse is a useful device that allows a person to easily navigate through software.
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The right of citizens of the United States to vote in any primary or other election for President or Vice President.
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Buffalo Wings are chicken wings. They are usually breaded and cooked then dipped in sauce.
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Some Minicomputers' prices ranges from a thousand to eighteen thousands dollars.
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The Compact disc is used to store digital data.
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In case of the removal of the President from office or of his death or resignation, the Vice President shall become President.
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the cover up and watergate story ultimately led president nixon to resign
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Census for 1970
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Electronic Mail is a popular communication tool nowadays.
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The right of citizens of the United States, who are eighteen years of age or older, to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of age.
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A Cell Phone is a portable phone that allows individuals to communicate with each other.
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He was the only president to come from michigan.
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he insisted on being called jimmy instead of james
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Census for 1980
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The laptop was invented by Adam Osborne in 1981. It is a portable computer.
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he was the only professional actor to become president
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NES is also known as Nintendo. It is the first gaming system to be introduced into homes.
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the secret service assignedd the code name timberwolf for bush
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Census for 1990
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The Gulf war was between Iraq and kuwait and its allies. The U. N ordered Saddam Hussein to withdraw from Kuwain on November 29, 1990. The actual war started on January 17, 1991 after the refusal to withdraw.
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No law, shall take effect, until an election of representatives shall have intervened.
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he was the second president to be impeached.
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Census for 2000
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The United States Invasion of Afghanistan started on October 7th, 2001. It was triggered by the attacks of September 11 2001. It's still going till this day. By mid-2010 the Afghanistan War rivaled the Vietnam War as the longest war fought by the United States.
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he became a certified fighter pilot in june 1970
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The Apple iPod is the best selling portable media player in history.
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The Invasion of Iraq began on March 19 2003. The main object of this war was to disarm Iraq from any nuclear weapons. This war is still going on till this day.
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he is the only black president
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Census for 2010
