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Period: to
Early Republican Era
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Proclamation of Neutrality
Declared US neutral in conflict between Britain and France -
Jay's Treaty
Avoided war by settling unresolved trade and other issues from American Revolution -
Pickney's Treaty
Gained unrestricted access to trade on Mississippi River from Spain -
Farewell Address
"Europe ... is engaged in frequent controversies...which are not our concerns. Therefore, it is unwise in us to bind ourselves by alliances with those countries..." -
Continued neutrality
Adams continued Washington's policy of neutrality in war between Britain and France -
Convention of 1800
ended formal alliance with France after XYZ Affair -
Louisiana Purchase
bought Louisiana territory from France for $15 million, gained access to trade on Mississippi River and New Orleans -
Embargo Act
attempts by Jefferson to restrict trade with Britain and France (and everyone else) to force them to respect US neutrality and shipping rights -
War of 1812
Declared war on Britain, when Britain repeatedly disrespected/violated US neutrality and trading rights -
Nationalism
US had increased sense of nationalism after winning the 2nd War of Independence (War of 1812) from the British