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The history of Illinois may be defined by several broad historical periods, namely, the pre-Columbian period, the era of European exploration and colonization, its development as part of the American frontier, its early statehood period, growth in the 19th and 20th centuries, and contemporary Illinois of today.
Há 5 dias · Illinois was named for the Illinois Indians. The capital is Springfield, in the west-central part of the state. Admitted as the 21st member of the union on December 3, 1818, Illinois lies within both the so-called old industrial belt and the fertile agricultural heart of the country.
9 de nov. de 2009 · Learn about the Native American, French, British and American influences on Illinois history, from pre-colonial times to statehood in 1818. Explore the role of Chicago, Prohibition, the Great Chicago Fire and more in shaping the state's culture and economy.
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History of Illinois. Cahokia as it may have appeared c. 1150 ce; painting by Michael Hampshire. A Paleo-Indian culture existed in southern Illinois from about 8000 bc.
French Empire Canadiens came south to settle particularly along the Mississippi River, and Illinois was part of first New France, and then of La Louisiane until 1763, when it passed to the British with their defeat of France in the Seven Years' War.
On December 3, 1818, Illinois became the twenty-first state of the Union. Ostensibly a free state, slavery was “grandfathered” in to the constitution for existing colonial slaveholders, and all citizens were permitted to keep indentured servants.
The complete Story of Illinois goes beyond the past 200 years since statehood. It also includes Illinois history going back millions of years. Over the next year, museums throughout Illinois will contribute object images with fascinating details that illustrate their significance to the Story of Illinois.
