Columbia Timeline

This is a timeline based on the chronological events of history revealed in the BioShock Infinite. Please note that when specific months and days are not given, they are only known to occur within the specified month or year.

1892
Elizabeth is born.

1893
The 1893 Chicago Worlds Fair occurs. The concept of American exceptionalism arises.

At some point afterward, Columbia is conceived and construction begins.

1897
Construction of Columbia is still underway. Elizabeth is imprisoned in the city.

1900
The United States of America proudly launches the air-city of Columbia, which begins a global tour of major cities.

Sometime after Columbia's launch, an international incident involving the city occurs in which it is discovered that Columbia is heavily armed. The U.S. government disavows the city, and its location is soon after lost.

1912
The events of BioShock Infinite occur.