New Nation (wash-jackson) Flashcards
what was Washingtonian message in his farewell address?
to stay neutral
what was the embargo act?
ended all trade with foreign nation
Jefferson issued it to stay out of the war with France and Britain
how did the U.S. come to Aquire the Louisiana purchase?
Jefferson bought from Napoleon for 15 Mil.
he felt it wasn’t his given right in the constitution to buy land
why did the U.S. go to war with Britain in 1812?
impressment of U.S. sailors
results: nationalism, Andrew Jackson and star spangled banner
why was nationalism a result of the war of 1812?
Americans felt United after their victory
what was the Monroe doctrine?
US foreign policy regarding European countries in 1823, stated that if Europe colonized on land that interfered with south or north America, it would be seen as aggression
why do some consider the presidency of Andrew Jackson The era of the common man?
he practiced the spoil system
in what ways did Washington set precedents as the first U.S. president?
call him Mr. President
Stay 2 terms