The Early Republic Flashcards
A. All Regulatory and Tax Laws imposed by GB
British attempts to raise revenue from the colonies through taxes and regulations, like the Stamp Act and Tea Act, fueled resentment and resistance, ultimately leading to the Revolution.
B. Colonial Responses
Colonists responded to British policies with a range of actions, including forming committees of correspondence, organizing boycotts, staging protests like the Boston Tea Party, and ultimately declaring independence.
C. Outbreak and Course of the War
The American Revolution began with the Battles of Lexington and Concord in 1775 and saw colonists (Patriots) fighting against British forces (Loyalists), with support from France and other European powers, ultimately leading to American victory in 1783.
D. The First and Second Continental Congresses
These gatherings of colonial delegates brought together representatives from across the colonies, leading to the formation of the Continental Army, the Declaration of Independence, and the Articles of Confederation.
E. Treaty of Paris
This treaty, signed in 1783, officially ended the American Revolution, recognizing the United States as an independent nation and granting it control over vast territories in North America.
F. The Northwest Ordinance
This landmark law, passed in 1787, established a process for governing and admitting new states to the Union, shaping the westward expansion of the United States.
First Cabinet (Jefferson, Hamilton, Knox, Randolph)
The First Cabinet (Jefferson, Hamilton, Knox, Randolph) was the first group of advisors to President George Washington, established in 1789. It included: Thomas Jefferson: Secretary of State (focused on foreign affairs and westward expansion), Alexander Hamilton: Secretary of the Treasury (focused on economic policy and national debt), Henry Knox: Secretary of War (focused on military affairs), and Edmund Randolph: Attorney General (focused on legal matters).
Indian Removal
Indian Removal was a policy of the US government in the 19th century that forcibly relocated Native American tribes from their ancestral lands to reservations west of the Mississippi River. This policy was controversial and led to the Trail of Tears, a devastating forced march of the Cherokee Nation.
Compromise of 1790 (Hamilton and Madison Bargain)
The Compromise of 1790 (Hamilton and Madison Bargain) was an agreement between Alexander Hamilton and James Madison that resolved a political dispute between Federalists and Democratic-Republicans. Hamilton agreed to support Madison’s plan to move the nation’s capital from New York City to a site on the Potomac River (which became Washington, D.C.) in exchange for Madison’s support for Hamilton’s economic policies.
Proclamation of Neutrality
The Proclamation of Neutrality (1793) was a declaration by President George Washington that the United States would remain neutral in the war between France and Great Britain. This proclamation was controversial, as many Americans supported France, which had aided the United States during the Revolutionary War.
Jay’s Treaty
Jay’s Treaty (1795) was a treaty negotiated by Chief Justice John Jay with Great Britain that aimed to resolve outstanding issues between the two countries. It was controversial because it was seen as a concession to Britain and did not address the issue of impressment (the British practice of seizing American sailors and forcing them into the Royal Navy).
The Whiskey Rebellion
The Whiskey Rebellion was a tax revolt that occurred in western Pennsylvania in 1794. It was a significant event in early American history, demonstrating the challenges of establishing a strong central government and enforcing federal laws.
Washingtons Farewell Address
Washington’s Farewell Address was a speech delivered by President George Washington in 1796, in which he announced his decision not to seek a third term in office. He also warned against the dangers of political factions and foreign entanglements.
“Quasi War” (with France) (1798-1800)
The “Quasi War” (with France) (1798-1800) was an undeclared naval war that erupted between the United States and France after French ships seized American merchant vessels in the Caribbean, primarily due to unresolved debts from the American Revolution.
Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions (1798-1799)
The Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions (1798-1799) were resolutions drafted by James Madison and Thomas Jefferson, arguing that states had the right to nullify federal laws they deemed unconstitutional, challenging the authority of the national government.
