Important Events That Changed Our Constitution

1. The Civil War (1861-1865)

   • This war led to the 13th Amendment in 1865, which ended slavery.
   • The 14th Amendment came in 1868, giving citizenship to everyone born in the U.S.
   • The 15th Amendment was passed in 1870, making it illegal to stop someone from voting because of their race.

2. The Women's Suffrage Movement

   • This movement ended with the 19th Amendment in 1920, which allowed women to vote.

3. The Civil Rights Movement (1950s-1960s)

   • This movement led to the 24th Amendment in 1964, which banned poll taxes in federal elections.

In total, there are 27 amendments to the Constitution. Each one shows how our country’s values and needs have changed over time.