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Proclamation of Neutrality
The Proclamation of Neutrality was made to keep the US out of other countries wars. France and Europe were at war, and both countries wanted the US to be on their side. President didn't want to get involved in foreign affairs so he created the Proclamation of Neutrality. -
Alien and Sedation Act
The Alien and Sedation Act was by president John Adams. This gave the US the power to deport citizens. It also made it harder for new immigrants to vote. -
War with Tripoli
This war took place in 1801 on Tripoli shores. This war started when Tripoli wanted to be paid to protect US ships from pirates. Jefferson refused to pay, and then declared war on them. This war greatly affected our country, because because of this war, we had to increase the size of our navy. -
Lousiana Purchase
In 1803, France offered to sell us the Louisiana territory for 15 million dollars. This greatly affected our country, by giving us more land. Picture from http://quotesgram.com/louisiana-purchase-jefferson-on-quotes/ -
War of 1812
The war of 1812 was started when Great Britain was trying to turn the Native American people against us. They ware also kidnapping US sailors and forcing them to join their navy. President James Madison was angered by this, and declared war on them. -
Monroe Doctrine
In Latin America, almost every important country other that Mexico, had gained independence from its mother country. As this occurred, some powerful monarchies in Europe threatened to stamp out reprehensive governments if they developed in the old colonies. That's why in 1823 the president, James Monroe issues his famous policy, the Monroe Doctrine. It warned the European powers that any attempt to extend their system to any portion of this hemisphere as dangerous to our peace and safety. -
Tariff of Abnormations
This was made to protect industry in the northern US. This made it harder for people in the northern US to buy goods from foreign countries. -
Trail of Tears
The trail of tears had to do the US and Native Americans. This happened when land developers were taking the land of the Native Americans. Even thought we had a treaty with them, the US did nothing to stop it. This angered them Native Americans a lot that their land was being taken.
