Unit 4: Jeffersonian Era + Unit 5: Jacksonian Era

Election of 1800

Nov 15, 1800

Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both ran for president. Jefferson ended up winning the most votes. This marked the beginning of the Jeffersonian Era.

Marbury v. Madison Supreme Court Decision

Jan 1, 1803

The decision was made the the Supreme Court would be the official decision maker when it comes to situations regarding the Constitutionality of Congressional legislation.

Louisiana Purchase

Apr 30, 1803

The Louisiana Purchase was the sale of the Louisiana territory from the French to the United States.

Lewis and Clark reach the Pacific Ocean

Apr 15, 1805

Meriweather Lewis and William Clark reach the Pacific Ocean in their expedition.

Treaty of Ghent

Dec 24, 1814

The signing of the Treaty of Ghent marked the end of the war of 1812.

Andrew Jackson Elected President (1st Term)

Jan 1, 1836

Andrew Jackson's election in 1836 marked the beinging of the Jacksonian Era.