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French and Indian War
The French and Indian War was significant because it decided whether France could be a strong power in North America. The war also finally ended the treaty of Paris, but lead to more tutorial gains for Great Brittan in North America. -
Boston Tea Party
The Boston Tea Party was significant as it allowed Americans to gain confidence and stand up for their individual freedoms. This event also strengthened the nationalism of the Sons of Liberty. -
Lexington & Concord
Described as “the shot heard round the world,” the battles of Lexington & Concord signaled the beginning of the American Revolution which led to the creation of a new nation. These battles also gave Americans confidence against the British. -
Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence had great significance to American people because it allowed independence from King George III. The Declaration also set an example to all of the other nations suffering to the British and King George III. -
Saratoga
The battle of Saratoga was significant as it resembles the turning point of the American Revolution and convinced the French of American strength. The battle was also the first in the American Revolution to combine the French and Americans against King George III and the British. -
Yorktown
The battle of Yorktown was significant as it ended the American revolution with the victory of the Americans. The battles victory also enhanced determination and nationalism for the people of America. -
U.S. Constitution
The U.S. Constitution was significant as it established Americas national government, and guaranteed certain rights for citizens. The Constitution also placed the governments power into the hands of the citizens. -
Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution was important as it majorly increased production and economy with modern machinery in America. Systems of transportation, communication, and banking were improved in America. -
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights was important as it was the safeguard of individual liberty. Anti-Federalists also agreed to the new constitution when the Bill of Rights was included -
Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana Purchase was significant as it expanded the size of America mostly westward. America and France gained 800,000 square miles west down the Mississippi River. -
Manifest Destiny
The Manifest destiny was important as it allowed America to spread democracy and capitalism to the west. The United States got much bigger and wealthier because of this expansion. -
Democracy in America
Tocqueville's writing of "The Democracy in America" was significant as it educated citizens in self-government and rule of law. The writing also helped connect citizens with the justice system. -
Emancipation Proclamation
The Emancipation Proclamation was important as it led to the total abolition of slavery in the United States. The writing also recognized the union not only wanting to preserve itself from the confederation but also free slaves. -
Gettysburg Address
The Gettysburg Address was significant as it wasn't an act of revenge on the confederation but mainly was spoken for healing peoples rights in the declaration of independence. Abraham Lincoln also states that the battles he is facing are not for the union, but America in a whole. -
Civil War
The Civil War was significant as it finally ended the in-humane slavery in America. The war also proved that democracy is best for America.
