Презентация на тему American History (A few points)

Put these events in order:
World War I
War of Independence
Great Depression
American Civil War
The start of expansion to the West

Native 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

American 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

In 1788, 13 colonies become the United States of America.

By 1796, a few more states have been created.

America buys Louisiana from France in 1803.

By 1837, new states have been created around the Mississippi.

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

By 1912, all states except Alaska and Hawaii have been created.

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

Other 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)

Cold 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