Wednesday, Dec 16

Good morning!!

Today we will look at the inventions and implications on the US during the period of 1830 - 1850.

Homework - Read p. 288 - 292 and answer question #3.

Current Events - Did you watch the Republican debate last night - NY Times Republican Debate Coverage

Today in History

1653

Oliver Cromwell became lord protector of England, Scotland, and Ireland.

1773

The Boston Tea Party took place.

1920

One of the deadliest earthquakes in history hit the Gansu province in China. The 8.6 quake killed 200,000 people.

1944

The Battle of the Bulge during World War II began in Belgium.

2000

Colin Powell was selected to become the first African-American secretary of state.