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Washington’s Proclamation of Neutrality
This was a Proclamation created by President George Washington to say that the country would not be apart of any wars between other countries. This was done so to try and prevent war with the country which would not be good for the country that has not been independent for too long. -
Jay Treaty
John Jay's Treaty was signed by the representative of the United States and Great Britain. The purpose of the treaty was supposed to settle previous disputes with countries after America's independence. -
Washington’s Farewell Address
Washington's farewell address warned against the political parties and how they can affect and tear are country apart. He also promoted keeping a strong national government, staying neutral in war if you're able too, and to promote patriotism. -
Chesapeake-Leopard Affair
The Chesapeake-Leopard Affair occurred when the British attacked American Frigate Chesapeake. During this time 3 Americans who were impressed and 1 British soldier boarded the Chesapeake to escape the British. -
Embargo Act 1807
The Embargo act was create by Thomas Jefferson to stop the delivery of goods to the war bound French and British. This act at first only banned imports but later banned exports. The Embargo was reappealed because the Embargo act was hurting only the United States. The Embargo was never done before and would be continued multiple times for years to come. -
Impressment of Sailors
The Impressment of Sailors was very important because it was basically treason. The British ships would take sailors and force them to join their navy. This was considered kidnapping which would be an act of war. -
War of 1812 Begins
The War of 1812 begun because the United States wanted to capture Canada from Great Britain to push them out of North America. -
War Hawks
The War Hawks main purpose were to go to war. They were a fierce group of people that wanted to cause war and devastation and any nation they seemed fit. -
Tecumseh
During this date, Tecumseh had died in battle. The important thing about his death is that his confederacy, which was fighting against the British, had pretty much dismantled after the fall of their leader. -
Hartford Convention
This Convention was used to discuss the economic affects after the war of 1812. There were 26 delegates and half were from Massachusetts. This Convention was not public news. They also discussed the purpose of the constitution and how they could fix their country. -
Treaty of Ghent
This treaty was on Christmas Eve and was used to stop the fighting and war with Great Britain. This treaty was ratified by the US Congress in 1815. -
Battles of New Orleans
This was the last battle before the war of 1812 ended. Even after the signing of the treaty they still were fighting. The British invaded Americans but thankfully failed since that lost would stop the war between the country.