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Exploration and Colonization
A period when European countries compete for colonies in North and South America. -
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American Revolution
The colonies declaring independence from Great Britian -
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U.S. Constitution
This document includes the basic laws and the three branches of America. -
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The Federalist Era
During this time period many people like John Marshall wanted to make America into a Federal government. It was their idea into making America a stronger nation. -
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Age of Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson's presidency goal was to try to reverse the federalist's policies. He wanted the people to be govern by the state government. -
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War of 1812
A war between America and Great Britain. The purpose of this war was independence. Respect for foreign countries increased. -
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Age of Nationalism
The promotion of patriotism occurred more frequently during this time period. Most political leaders was involved. -
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Era of Jacksonian Democracy
Jackson's presidency promoted participation in government and greater rights for men. -
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Age of Sectional Conflict
More territory was included but the choice whether or not these parts of land supported slavery or not. -
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Manifest Destiny
The belief that God wanted America to spread towards the West Coast. -
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Civil War
War between the Confederates (South) and the Union (North) on the issue of slavery. -
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Reconstruction
Southern states (Confederates) was consider a part of the Union. This period all states become known as one country. -
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Age of Industrialism, Immigration and Urbanization
The increased in manufacturing capability led to businesses dominating America. Andrew Carnegie and John D. Rockefeller were a few of the top businessmen during this time period. 20 million Europeans arrived to the U.S. They came from all parts of Europe. The construction of cities increased. -
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Progressive Era
America was controlled by the people and restore economical challenges. Ex: Prohibition, Government regulations and Political reform. -
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Age of Imperialism
U.S. wanted to encourage foreign countries to expand their markets. U.S. took control of the Philippians, Puerto Rico and Guam. We also have influences on Cuba. -
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World War I
War involved most of Europe, which led to millions of people dead and shape the modern world today. The Allied powers defeated the Central powers. -
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Roaming 20s
Prohibition, gangsters, and speakeasies was created. The role of women was challenged. Businesses was booming because of "easy credit". -
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The Great Depression
Major Economic Breakdown. Large amounts of unemployment, business failures and mortgage foreclosures are most of the effects of the Great Depression. -
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World War II
War between the Axis Powers and Allied Powers. Events like Atomic Bomb Explosion and Nazi Party Rally was included. The Allied powers won the war. -
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Cold War
Intense competition between U.S. and Russia. -
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Civil Rights Movement
Political, social, and legal struggles of African Americans. -
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U.S. as sole superpower
The period after the fall of the Soviet Union and end of Cold War. -
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War on Terror/ Post-9/11-Present
U.S. attempted to making national security by fighting against terrorists groups.