U.S. Development
1865-1913
It was by far, the happiest day of their lives. They danced and paraded through the streets as the news was announced. Some even shouted, "I's free! I's free! "It was a feeling beyond explanation for them. It was 1865, Civil War was over, and African American slaves were finally free. The Confederates were overwhelmed by the loss and shot or hung the "so called" free slaves. However, a nation that was seemingly split at the time found some way to pull itself together to create the most powerful culture this world has ever seen. Economically, politically and Socially, America's pace was set during this time period for achieving great things and breeding great leaders of tomorrow. How we live today is a direct reflection of some of the hard work that was put into this nation.
Native Americans first inhabited America and roamed the Great Plains along with 60 million Buffalo. However, this life for them would not last much longer for there......
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