Colorado Timeline
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Colorado State Guide
By Lauren Ayube
Colorado is a state full of history, amazing parks, and more! Take a trip with students as they learn all about this interesting state. A state research project is the perfect summative activity for any U.S. Region, Geography class, or general research unit of study. Students will love learning about state landmarks, mottos, fun facts, history, and so much more!
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Storyboard Text
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- First European
- French explorer Francisco de Coronado claims the land for France.
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- Louisiana Purchase
- The United States purchases the land from France as part of the Louisiana Purchase.
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- Gold!
- A gold discovery near Denver began the Pikes Peak Gold Rush in 1858.
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- Becoming a State
- Colorado was the 38th state to be admitted into statehood on August 1, 1876.
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- US Air Force Academy
- The United States Air Force Academy opens just outside of Colorado Spings, at the base of Front Range.
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