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Westward Expansion
The thrill of exploring new territories as Americans journeyed West to seek new opportunities and achieve their dreams. -
Seneca Falls Convention
This was the first outbreak the woman made in demanding the right to vote at Seneca Falls, New York. -
The 13th Amendment
On 1865 in December the 13th Amendment which abolished slavery was ratified. -
The Industrial Era
New technologies and opportunities have emerged, such as railroads, the telephone, and the electric lamp. The economy has also shifted, with wealthy individuals rising above the rest. -
The Gilded Age
The hidden truths exposed despite the success of the economic growth. -
The Progressive Movement
Ambition Americans sought to make a difference to better the society. -
The Great War (WWI)
1917 America finally declares war on Germany. -
The Jazz Era
America starts to implement entertainment as a new bases to find fun joys in life. -
The Great Depression
The economy in America has plummeted, leading to an all-time low in poverty and unemployment levels. -
New Deal
President Roosevelt established programs which aimed to help America from the destruction of the Depression. -
Pearl Harbor
The Japanese attack Pearl Harbor during WWII. -
The Cold War
The Soviet Union and American struggle not necessarily "war" on the basis of technological and ideological supremacy.