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Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence is a document that was created to outline the principals of our government and people are based upon. This document was the start to freedom in the colonies from Great Britain. -
U.S. Constitution
The U.S. Constitution is a set of rules and regulations to help guide and organize the country. This document is the foundation of the Federal Government and our country. -
Adaptation of Dollar
The American dollar is the currency used to buy or sell goods or services. The dollar is a huge part in the society. -
Shay's Rebellion
Shay's Rebellion started due to the rise in taxes on agriculture productions. These taxes caused farmers to grow angry and start a rebellion against the high taxes, demanding that the taxes be reduced. -
Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights is composed of amendments that list and explain the rights given to the people. This document insures that the government doesn't take citizens'rights away from them. -
Cotton Gin Invented
The Cotton Gin was created to make cotton production run smoothly and be more efficient. This invention led to the expansion of cotton production and also the increase in slavery. -
Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana Purchase was the purchase of 828,000 square miles of land by the United States from France. This piece of land doubled the size of the United States. -
Lewis and Clark
Lewis and Clark were explorers sent to the Western part of the U.S. to scope out the area. They are important because they would help with jump start Manifest Destiny. -
Steamboat Invention
The Steamboat was first invented in 1807 by Robert Fulton. This invention allowed for transportation across the water to be faster and more efficient. -
Pony Express Invented
The Pony Express was the first U.S. postal system. It allowed for letters and messages to be delivered quicker.