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The USA was founded July 4th 1776 -
The Articles of Confederation were ratified, forming the Congress of the Confederation. -
The Constitution of the United States was ratified, replacing the Articles of Confederation. -
The American Civil War, a conflict over slavery and states' rights, resulted in the Union victory and the abolition of slavery. 1861-1865 -
Aimed to ensure equal rights for all citizens, including Black Americans, in public accommodations and facilities. -
Industrialization transformed the American economy, with the rise of factories, railroads, and big business -
World War I: The United States initially remained neutral but eventually joined the Allies, contributing to the Allied victory 1914-1918 -
The Stock Market Crash triggered the Great Depression, a period of economic hardship -
World War II: The United States initially remained neutral but eventually joined the Allies, contributing to the Allied victory. 1939-1945 -
The Cold War: A period of geopolitical tension between the United States and the Soviet Union, marked by an arms race and ideological conflict. 1947-1991 -
The struggle for racial equality, led by figures like Martin Luther King Jr., resulted in landmark legislation and social change. This lasted from the early 1950s to the late 1960s. MLK Jr was assisinated in 1968. -
George W. Bush wins the presidency against Al Gore -
The September 11 terrorist attacks, where terrorists hijacked four American passenger airplanes and used them as weapons, resulting in the deaths of almost 3,000 people.