chts 8:Washington’s Farewell Address (1796) Flashcards
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Emergence of Political Parties ).
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Federalists (led by Alexander Hamilton) vs. Democratic-Republicans (led by Thomas Jefferson
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Bill of Rights (1791 .
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First ten amendments to the Constitution, protecting individual liberties
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Hamilton’s Economic Plan (1790-1791)
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National bank, assumption of state debts, and excise taxes to strengthen federal power.
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Whiskey Rebellion (1794)
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Pennsylvania farmers protested Hamilton’s whiskey tax; Washington sent troops to enforce federal authority.
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Jay’s Treaty (1794)
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Improved U.S.-British relations but angered France and Democratic-Republicans.
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Washington’s Farewell Address (1796)
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Warned against political factions and foreign entanglements.