Important Battles
The largest battle of the Civil War and a major turning point, with Union forces defeating General Robert E. Lee’s Confederate army, shifting the momentum in favor of the Union.
What is Battle of Gettysburg?
A civil rights icon whose refusal to give up her seat on a segregated bus helped spark the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
What is Rosa Parks?
First President of the United States, leader of the Continental Army during the American Revolution, and one of the Founding Fathers.
What is George Washington?
Although not a U.S. treaty with another country, the U.S. was involved in the peace negotiations after World War I. The treaty formally ended the war, but the U.S. Senate did not ratify it, leading the U.S. to sign separate peace treaties with Germany.
What is Treaty of Versailles?
Protects freedoms of speech, religion, press, assembly, and petition.
What is The 1st Amendment?
A crucial naval battle in World War II where U.S. forces defeated the Japanese fleet, turning the tide in the Pacific Theater in favor of the Allies.
What is Battle of Midway?
Former First Lady, human rights advocate, and key figure in the creation of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
What is Eleanor Roosevelt?
37th President of the United States, known for his role in the Watergate scandal and for resigning in 1974.
What is Richard Nixon?
This treaty ended the Spanish-American War and resulted in Spain ceding control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the Philippines to the United States.
What is Treaty of Paris?
Grants women the right to vote, marking a major victory in the women’s suffrage movement.
What is The 19th Amendment?
The first military engagements of the American Revolution, marking the start of the conflict between the American colonies and Britain.
What is Battle of Lexington and Concord?
A leading figure in the women's suffrage movement, she fought for women's right to vote.
What is Susan B. Anthony?
Seventh President of the United States, known for his populist policies and controversial role in the Indian Removal Act.
What is Andrew Jackson?
This treaty ended the Mexican-American War, resulting in the U.S. gaining significant territory, including present-day California, Arizona, New Mexico, and other southwestern lands.
What is Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
Abolishes slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime.
What is The 13th Amendment?
A turning point in the American Revolution where the American victory convinced France to officially ally with the colonies, providing crucial support.
What is Battle of Saratoga?
An abolitionist and women's rights activist, best known for her "Ain't I a Woman?" speech.
What is Sojourner Truth?
35th President of the United States, known for his leadership during the Cuban Missile Crisis and inspiring the 'New Frontier' vision.
What is John F. Kennedy?
An agreement between the U.S. and Native American tribes to establish territorial boundaries and ensure safe passage for settlers in exchange for protection and payments. It was later violated as settlers moved westward.
What is Treaty of Fort Laramie?
Provides protection against self-incrimination, double jeopardy, and ensures due process of law.
What is The 5th Amendment?
The bloodiest single day of combat in U.S. history, with neither side winning decisively, but the Union victory allowed President Lincoln to issue the Emancipation Proclamation.
What is Battle of Antietam?
Founder of the American Red Cross and a pioneering nurse during the Civil War.
What is Clara Barton?
25th President of the United States, led the nation during the Spanish-American War and expanded U.S. territories.
What is William McKinley?
Also known as the NATO Treaty, it established the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, a military alliance between the U.S., Canada, and several Western European nations to counter Soviet influence during the Cold War.
What is North Atlantic Treaty?
Grants voting rights to African American men, prohibiting voting discrimination based on race or color.
What is The 15th Amendment?