Historical Events tagged with "u.s."

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Politics & Government

U.S. Congress Relocates to Philadelphia

December 6th, 1790 234 years ago

The U.S. Congress relocated from New York City to Philadelphia in December. This move was part of a compromise to settle the location of the national capital. Key figures such as Alexander Hamilton and Thomas Jefferson played pivotal roles in these negotiations. Philadelphia became the temporary capital as the government sought a more permanent site for future operations.

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Social Movements & Civil Rights

Stono Rebellion Rises Near Charleston

September 9th, 1739 285 years ago

The Stono Rebellion was a major slave uprising near Charleston, South Carolina, where approximately 20 enslaved Africans revolted against their masters. They marched toward Florida, seeking freedom and safety from colonial oppression. The rebellion began with the killing of the enslavers and was fueled by a desire for liberation. It involved both violence and a quest for sanctuary, becoming a pivotal moment in the history of slavery in America.

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