The United States has existed for about 249 years.

When it started

The country was founded in 1776 after the American Revolution against Great Britain.

On July 4, 1776, leaders signed the United States Declaration of Independence.

1️⃣ 1776 – Independence
The United States Declaration of Independence is signed, and the American colonies break away from Great Britain.

2️⃣ 1861–1865 – Civil War
The American Civil War decides that the country stays united and slavery is abolished.

3️⃣ 1917 – World War I
The U.S. joins the World War I..

4️⃣ 1941 – World War II
After the attack on Attack on Pearl Harbor, the U.S. enters World War II.