U.S. history timelines

The settlement of what would become the United States of America was a key period in the nations history. First Settlers: 1492 to 1607 recounts the first camps established on the continent by European settlers. It includes the voyages of Christopher Columbus and Jacques Cartier, as well as other key events in the early settlement of the nation.

The discovery of what was later to become the United States of America was a complicated process. Discovery: Up to 1500 recounts the migration of early humans to the area, as well as its early encounters with Europeans. It includes the events leading up to the arrival to what would become North America by the explorer Leif Ericson.

The formation of the new American nation was a defining event in the history of the United States. New Nation: 1784-1812 recounts the events in the consolidation of the independent United States and the struggle to unite the conflicting elements within the nation. It includes the writing of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights and the attempts of the new nation at finding the right system of government.

The colonization of what would become the United States of America was a key period in the nations history. Colonization: 1607-1760 recounts the important period of large-scale colonization of the area. It includes the development of the first large towns, the arrival of the Pilgrims, the formation of the Thirteen Colonies, and other key events.

The American Civil War was the sternest test yet for the young nation. The Civil War: 1856-1865 recounts the years of the conflict and how it impacted the development of the American nation. It includes the underlying causes, key events, and results of the Civil War, such as the emancipation of the slaves.

This book details the events that led up to the American Revolution. It talks about how the colonists wanted to break away from British rule, the battles that ensued, and the signing of the Declaration of Independence.