English 11 American Moments

So many critical moments have shaped the development of our country and people. Select one MOMENT that you feel has been a "game changer" in the scope of American history. Why do you feel it was so significant? When did this event occur? What were the short-term and long-term effects? In your post, be sure to comment on the previous postings made by your classmates in addition to your event. Be sure to come up with a NEW event -- one not previously discussed by a classmate. Remember to just use your first name (and last initial, if there are multiples in one class) and class block (for security purposes). Feel free to post more than one response, as you read what others have to say.