Politics and Government Stories
Elections, treaties, laws and the work of governments, one date at a time. Each story sticks to what is documented and lists its sources.
1814
1814 · Politics
Britain and the Netherlands settle colonial claims in London
August 13, 18141814
1814 · Politics
The Treaty of Kiel changes Norway’s status
January 14, 18141813
1813 · Politics
Antioquia declares independence from Spain
August 11, 18131811
1811 · Politics
Venezuelan delegates adopt a declaration of independence
July 5, 18111810
1810 · Politics
Bogotá establishes a governing junta
July 20, 18101808
1808 · Politics
France and Prussia sign the 1808 Treaty of Paris
September 8, 18081804
1804 · Politics
Napoleon Is Crowned Emperor
December 2, 18041803
1803 · Politics
The United States Takes Possession of Louisiana
December 20, 18031803
1803 · Politics
The Senate Approves the Louisiana Purchase Treaty
October 20, 18031802
1802 · Politics
The Peace of Amiens is signed
March 25, 18021799
1799 · Politics
The Coup of 18 Brumaire Brings Napoleon Bonaparte to Power
November 9, 17991793
1793 · Politics