1. George Washington 1789-1797 Flashcards
What years did George Washington serve as President of the United States?
1789–1797
What were George Washington’s key achievements during his presidency?
Established the U.S. federal government and the presidential cabinet.
Passed the Judiciary Act of 1789, creating the federal court system.
Issued the Farewell Address, advising against political factions and foreign entanglements.
Proclaimed neutrality during the European conflicts.
What was the Judiciary Act of 1789?
Legislation that established the federal court system and the Supreme Court.
What was George Washington’s stance on foreign conflicts?
He maintained neutrality, as outlined in the Neutrality Proclamation of 1793.
How did George Washington demonstrate federal authority during the Whiskey Rebellion?
He led federal troops to suppress the rebellion against the whiskey tax in 1794.
What was the significance of Jay’s Treaty (1794)?
It averted war with Britain and resolved outstanding issues from the Treaty of Paris (1783).
Why was Jay’s Treaty controversial?
Many Americans believed it made too many concessions to Britain, fueling opposition from Jeffersonian Republicans.
What did Pinckney’s Treaty (1795) achieve?
It secured navigation rights on the Mississippi River and resolved territorial disputes with Spain.
What domestic policies did Washington support to stabilize the economy?
Alexander Hamilton’s financial plan, including the Bank of the United States.
Tariffs and excise taxes to manage national debt.
What was Washington’s advice in his Farewell Address?
Avoid entangling alliances, political factions, and sectionalism.
How did George Washington influence the location of the U.S. capital?
The Residence Act (1790) selected Washington, D.C., as the national capital.
What economic challenges did Washington face as President?
Managing significant national debt from the Revolutionary War.
Establishing the creditworthiness of the U.S.
Balancing interests of manufacturing, commerce, and agriculture.
What precedent did Washington set by stepping down after two terms?
The peaceful transfer of power and the two-term limit for presidents.
What was the significance of the Neutrality Proclamation of 1793?
It kept the U.S. out of European conflicts, maintaining peace and stability.
What were some controversies during Washington’s presidency?
Jay’s Treaty with Britain.
The federal excise tax leading to the Whiskey Rebellion.
The scope of presidential authority in the Neutrality Proclamation
