American History Crossword Puzzle

About the American History Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers key people, turning points, and places in United States history, from early colonies to modern movements. Look for names such as Benjamin Franklin and Harriet Tubman, events such as the Gold Rush, and landmarks such as Mount Rushmore. It is suited to students, history fans, and anyone reviewing familiar milestones in the American past.

This crossword draws on 30 clues about American History. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Largest U.S. state by area (6 letters)
• •National legislature with two chambers (8 letters)
• •New York harbor gateway for millions of immigrants (11 letters)
• •Underground Railroad conductor who guided freedom seekers (13 letters)
• •Freedom from British rule declared in 1776 (12 letters)
• •Explorers who mapped lands west of the Mississippi (13 letters)
• •South Dakota monument featuring four presidents (13 letters)
• •Constitutional freedoms protected by law (6 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.