U.S. 1 Chapter 10 Lesson_The Union in Peril
Slavery becomes the dominant issue in U.S. politics, leading to the birth of new political parties, the election of Abraham Lincoln, and the secession of Southern states.
28 Sep 20201h 38min
U.S. 1 Chapter 9 Lesson_Expanding Markets and Moving West
New technologies create links to new markets. Economic opportunity and “manifest destiny” encourage Americans to head west. The U.S. gains territory in a war with Mexico.
28 Sep 20202h 7min
U.S. 1 Chapter 8 Lesson_Reforming American Society
A religious revival sparks reform movements, including calls to outlaw slavery. Factory laborers begin to demand better working conditions. A women’s rights movement forms.
25 Sep 20202h 13min
U.S. 1 Chapter 7 Lesson_Balancing Nationalism and Sectionalism
Changes in manufacturing launch an Industrial Revolution. Slavery and other issues divide the North and South. Andrew Jackson has popular appeal but uproots many Native Americans.
24 Sep 20201h 31min
U.S. 1 Chapter 6 Lesson_Launching the New Nation
George Washington becomes the first president. President Thomas Jefferson doubles U.S. territory with the Louisiana Purchase. The U.S. fights the British in the War of 1812.
24 Sep 20201h 59min
U.S. 1 Chapter 5 Lesson_Shaping a New Nation
Americans adopt the Articles of Confederation. A new constitution is ratified after Federalists agree to include a Bill of Rights.
24 Sep 20201h 27min
U.S. 1 Chapter 4 Lesson_The War for Independence
Thomas Jefferson draws on Enlightenment ideas in drafting the Declaration of Independence. The colonies defeat Great Britain in the Revolutionary War.
23 Sep 20201h 32min
U.S. 1 Chapter 3 Lesson_The Colonies Come of Age
Britain defeats France in North America. Tensions grow between Britain and its colonists. Colonial slavery becomes entrenched, particularly in the South.
23 Sep 20201h 30min
