United States History

History of the United States from pre-colonial times to present.

U.S. History American History

United States History refers to the history of the United States from its pre-colonial origins through to the present day. It encompasses political, social, economic, and cultural developments.

/juːˈnaɪtɪd ˈsteɪts hɪstri/

The term combines 'United States,' referring to the country, and 'history,' denoting a record of past events.

United States History is the story of how America grew from a few colonies to a big country with lots of changes and important events.

The Liberty Bell, a symbol of American independence, cracked during its first test ring
Benjamin Franklin was a printer, inventor, and diplomat
The Louisiana Purchase in 1803 doubled the size of the United States

When did the United States gain independence? July 4, 1776
Who were the first people to live in America? Indigenous peoples inhabited North America for thousands of years
What was the Civil War about? It was a conflict over slavery and states' rights

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Colonial Era Civil War Progressive Era

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