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American HistoryAmerican History
(A few points)
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Put these events in order:Put these events in order:
World War I
War of Independence
Great Depression
American Civil War
The start of expansion to the West
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Native AmericansNative Americans
Before colonization, there were about 10 million people, in over 200 tribes.
By 1865, only 300,000 remained.– forced off their land– many died from diseases brought by the
colonists
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American CharacterAmerican Character
American history has affected the character of American people
Belief that anyone can be successful– most people who came to America were
poor; some became very rich
Willing to take risks and try new things– immigration to the “New World”
– travelling West to start a new life
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In 1788, 13 colonies become the United States of America.
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By 1796, a few more states have been created.
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America buys Louisiana from France in 1803.
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By 1837, new states have been created around the Mississippi.
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By 1850, Oregon and California become states.
1843: One thousand people travel to Oregon
1848: USA wins Texas in the Mexican War
1849: California gold rush
1862: A new law gives free land to settlers
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By 1912, all states except Alaska and Hawaii have been created.
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Vietnam War (1964 - 1975)Vietnam War (1964 - 1975)
Had a big effect on people:– it lasted a long time (11 years)– many Americans were hurt or killed– America did not win the war– horrible pictures on TV
As the war continued, anger in America grew– there were many protests
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Other WarsOther Wars
Other wars that America has been involved in since World War II include:– Korean War (1950 - 1953)– Gulf War (1990 - 1991)– Kosovo War (1999)– Iraq War (2003)
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Cold WarCold War
After World War II, there were two superpowers: USA and USSR– democratic USA, communist USSR
There was constant tension, but never actual war:– both built up their military power– spied on each other– provided money and support to groups
in Korean, Vietnam, Middle East, etc
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America as a SuperpowerAmerica as a Superpower
After the USSR broke up in 1991, USA became the only superpower.
There are still some powerful countries in Europe and Asia.
But sometimes America tries to ignore them.– USA refused to sign the Kyoto Protocol
on greenhouse gases– USA attacked Iraq without UN approval
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Homework – Write 2 sentences about each of the topicsHomework – Write 2 sentences about each of the topics
Native Americans New World Explorers 13 Colonies Revolutionary War, Creating a New
Government Western Expansion First Industrial Revolution American Civil War
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Homework – Write 1-2 sentences about each of the topicsHomework – Write 1-2 sentences about each of the topics
The Railroads, Industrialization Gilded Age Roaring 20's, Lost generation (in
literature) Great Depression World War I, World War II Cold War The modern age.