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294 Moments
1849
Historic rush for gold in California reaches its height, attracting fortune seekers and immigrants.
Founding of the Pharmaceutical Company Pfizer
1848
Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo ends Mexican-American War, cedes territories to the United States.
1846
The Mexican-American War began following disputes over Texas and border claims in 1846.
1844
First Telegram
First Telegram
1843
Major migration to Oregon due to economic opportunities and promises of a better life.
1842
The Treaty of Nanking
1841
William Henry Harrison served the shortest presidential term due to pneumonia.
1839
First Whig National Convention in Harrisburg nominated candidates for 1836 election presidency.
Establishment of Berkshire Hathaway
1838
Samuel Morse publicly demonstrates the electric telegraph at Speedwell Iron Works
1837
The founding of Procter & Gamble
Financial crisis in 1837 caused by bank failures, unemployment, and economic depression.
1832
1830
Revival of religion sparks social reforms and evangelicalism spread during the Second Great Awakening.
Indian Removal Act relocates tribes like the Cherokee, culminating in the Trail of Tears journey.
1828
Tariff of Abominations raised tariffs, causing sectional tensions due to imported goods increase.
1825
Erie Canal links Great Lakes and Atlantic Ocean, boosting trade and transportation.
Clay's American System aimed to boost economy and shield local industries.
John Quincy Adams became President after a disputed election in the House of Representatives.
1824
Gibbons v. Ogden case confirmed federal authority over regulating interstate commerce.
1823
Monroe Doctrine warns European powers against Western Hemisphere involvement or colonization.
1817
James Monroe elected as the fifth President of the United States.
1814
Treaty of Ghent ends War of 1812 between America and Britain, restoring pre-war borders peacefully.
1812
War of 1812 starts between the United States and Great Britain due to various conflicts.
1807
Embargo Act imposed on Britain and France by US Congress, restricting trade activities.
1804
Lewis and Clark set out to explore Louisiana Territory.
1803
United States officially purchases the Louisiana Territory from France in the Louisiana Purchase agreement
1801
Thomas Jefferson elected third President.
1799
Establishment of J.P. Morgan Chase & Co., a prominent financial institution.