James Madison Flashcards
What were three major thing that happened during Madison’s presidency ?
Bad financial problems, conflicts between natives and settler in the west, and hoping Britain and France would respect American neutrality
During Madison’s presidency, what war happened ? What was the name of the war ?
War of 1812 or “Mr. Madison’s War”
What were three reasons for the war of 1812 ?
British impressment of U.S. sailors, violations of U.S. rights at sea, and British support of Native Americans
What is a war hawk ?
anyone in government who supports war
What is nationalism ?
positive feelings towards ones country; superior to others
What is patriotism ?
devotion to ones country
What is impressment ?
stealing sailors and forcing them to serve for another country
What is a blockade ?
closing off / isolating an area
During the war of 1812, what happened to the White House ?
British defeated soldiers and militia right outside Washington, and then marched into the capital city and set fire to the white house as revenge
Who wrote our national anthem, the star spangled banner ? What was their inspiration ?
Francis Scott Key; the Battle of fort Mchenry
What treaty was created in 1814 ? What did it do ?
Treaty of Ghent; U.S. and Britain agreement to stop fighting each other
Why did the Battle of New Orleans happen ?
Slow communication prevented the word of peace to the armies in the New Orleans
Who was Andrew Jackson ? What is he known as ?
Lead the forces into the battle of New Orleans; became known as “Old Hickory” and a hero of the war of 1812
What were the negative effects of the war of 1812 ?
People thought the war was a mistake, Native Americans lost more land, Washington was destroyed
What were positive effects of the war of 1812 ?
Proved American could defend itself, manufactured goods were now produced due to lack of trade - blocked ports, many more Americans felt patriotic about their country, end of political parties, Britain finally recognized us as a free country
