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Whiskey Rebellion
The whiskey rebellion was a result of the whiskey tax which was the first act imposed on a domestic product by the new federal government. George Washington sent 12,950 troops to Pennsylvania to help stop the violent protests that were occurring. George Washington was president at the time. http://history.house.gov/HistoricalHighlight/Detail/35785 -
Jay's Treaty
Negotiators form the the United States including John Jay and negotiators from Britain created Jays Treaty. This treaty orders for the removal of British Troops in the the North East territory of America left over from the revolutionary war. President during this treaty was George Washington. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Treaty -
Pinckeny's Treaty
Also Known as the Treaty of San Lorenzo, this treaty established good relations with the United States and Spain. It also allowed the U.S, to travel upon the Mississippi River and established boundaries between the U.S and the Spanish colonies. Thomas Pinckeny helped negotiate with Spain. George Washington was president during this time. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pinckney's_Treaty -
Washington's Farewell Address
Washington's farewell address was a letter the George Washington wrote to the citizens of America. This letter stated his hopes for the country and it also provided some guidelines. He stated of what he thought were threats to the nation, like political parties. George Washington was president during this time.http://www.ushistory.org/us/17d.asp -
Election of 1800
The election of 1800 was between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. This election was important because it was the first time a democratic-republican was in office. This eventually led to the demise of the Federalist Party. Thomas Jefferson won the election.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_election,_1800 -
Louisiana Purchase
This purchase doubled the size of the United States. The U.S. bought this territory from France. Thomas Jefferson was President at the time. France needed the money that was earned fro the Louisiana Purchase for wars going on in Europe.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisiana_Purchase -
Lewis and Clark Expidition
Lewis and Clark were sent to explore the land earned from the Louisiana Purchase by president Thomas Jefferson. Their goal was to find a practical route through the newly acquired territory. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewis_and_Clark_Expedition -
Start of War of 1812
The war of 1812 started when the British tried to restrict American trade and at this time the British had the strongest naval power int he world. During the war the nations capitol was burned to the ground by British troops. The president during this time was James Madison. The american Indians allied themselves with the British to help push settlers out of their land. Neither side won the war but the Americans considered it to be a win. http://www.history.com/topics/war-of-1812 -
Treaty of Ghent
The Treaty of Ghent was signed in Ghent, Belgium by representatives from the U.S. and Great Britain. The treaty sates that all territory gained from the war was to be returned and plans were made to settle the boundary between the United States and Canada. The president during this time was James Madison.http://www.history.com/topics/treaty-of-ghent -
Battle of New Orleans
The Treaty of Ghent was signed before this war but word of the treaty did not reach England. The Battle of New Orleans was a extremely bloody battle and both sides suffered many causalities. James Madison was president during this battle. This battle made Andrew Jackson famous. http://www.history.com/topics/battle-of-new-orleans -
Adam-Onis Treaty
Also Know as the transcontinental treaty, this treaty gave the United states the Florida Territory. This treaty was between Spain and the U.S.The president during this tame was James Monroe. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adams%E2%80%93On%C3%ADs_Treaty -
Monroe Doctrine
The Monroe Doctrine was written by President James Monroe. It states that the United stated would not approve of in any colonization in the Americas. Any colonies already in place were allowed to stay. https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=true&doc=23 -
Election of 1824
The election of 1824 if the only election in history were the election was settled in the House of Representatives. None of the candidates received a majority of the electoral votes. Andrew Jackson felt as though he was cheated out of winning the election. Henry Clay convinced the house to vote for John Quincy Adams and he then became Vice President. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_presidential_election,_1824 -
Trail of Tears
The trail of tears was a result of Andrew Jacksons Indian Remival Act. This act forced Indian nations to give up their land west of the Missipppii River and they were relocated to an area of present day Oklahoma. The Indians called this journey the trail of tears because many Indians died during this journey because of the freezing cold.http://www.history.com/topics/native-american-history/trail-of-tears
