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Proclamation of Neutrality is Issued
A Proclamation issued by President George Washington stating that the United States should remove itself from any conflicts between the French and the British. -
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Module 6 Lesson 1 Assignment 1
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X, Y, and Z Affair
American Diplomats are accused of accepting bribes from French officials. -
Convention of 1800
This was an agreement that ended the unspoken war between France and the United States. -
Louisianna Purchase is Finalized
The Lousianna Purchase was signed of by President Jefferson, and purchased a vast amount of land West of the United States. The land was purchased from France/ Napolean. -
Embargo Act is Passed
The Embargo Act was issued by Congress because of the request of President Jefferson. Jefferson wanted the Embargo to prevent the United States from engaging in a international conflict. -
War of 1812 Begins
The War of 1812 was a war between Great Britain and the United States, caused by British Impressment. This war is often referred to as "Madison's War". -
Treaty of Ghent is Signed
The Treaty of Ghent officially ended the War of 1812. Although the war was officially over, slow communication caused the Battle of New Orleans that was after the Treaty. -
Monroe Doctrine is Issued
The Monroe Doctrine told Europe to "keep their hands off the West".