Lewis and Clark expedition Flashcards
What did Jefferson want Lewis and Clark to do
He wanted them to establish trade with the Indians
When did Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean
In November 1805
Where did Lewis and Clark’s expedition start
St. Louis Missouri
When was the second inaugural address delivered
March 4, 1805
What was mentioned in the second inaugural address
-The importance of America neutrality in matters of foreign affairs
-Outline the Louisiana Purchase and the process by which the original inhabitants of the land will become citizens of the United States
-The importance of harmony among all inhabitants of America
When was the Embargo act enacted
1807
What were the Napoleonic wars fought against
British and France
Why was the Embargo act created
Because Jefferson wanted to stay neutral in the war between Great Britain and France
What did the Embargo act do
It placed taxes on all foreign trade
Once the Napoleonic wars started, America was what
They were trapped between the two nation again
Why was the Embargo act unsuccessful
Because it devastated the economy of America
What replaced the Embargo act
The non-intercourse act
When was the non-intercourse act put into place
1809
What did the non-intercourse act do
It repealed the unsuccessful embargo act
Who was Sacagawea
She was a Shoshone woman that was a guide and interpreter for Lewis and Clark
