American History

American History refers to the narrative and study of the past of the United States, including events, people, cultures, and developments from pre-Columbian times to the present. It encompasses the diverse experiences and perspectives of the various groups that have shaped the nation, including Indigenous peoples, European colonizers, enslaved Africans, immigrants, and others. Key themes in American History include the struggle for independence, the establishment of government and democratic principles, expansion and conflict, civil rights movements, and the influence of economic, social, and political changes on the evolution of the nation. The field examines major events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, the Great Depression, and the Civil Rights Movement, among others, highlighting how these events contributed to the current societal and cultural landscape of the United States.