1855

In response to growing immigration, the Native American or Know-Nothing Party, which begins as the Order of the Star Spangled Banner, is founded in New York City.

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New York

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United States

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immigration

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1801-1900

1850

On July 9, Millard Fillmore (New York) becomes the thirteenth President of the United States upon the death of President Zachary Taylor.

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New York

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United States

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1801-1900

1848

The Free Soil Party is organized in Buffalo, New York on August 10.

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New York

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United States

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1801-1900

1848

The Seneca Falls (New York) Women's Rights Convention is held on July 19-20.

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New York

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United States

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women's rights

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1801-1900

1840

The first national convention of the antislavery Liberty Party takes place in Arcade, New York on April 1.

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New York

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United States

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politics

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1801-1900

1836

On December 7, Martin Van Buren of New York is elected the eighth President of the United States.

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New York

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United States

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1801-1900

1830

On April 6, Joseph Smith establishes the Church of Latter Day Saints (Mormon Church) in Upstate New York.

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New York

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United States

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religion

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1801-1900

1821

Emma Willard establishes the Troy (New York) Female Seminary on May 9.

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New York

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United States

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education

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1801-1900

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