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George Washington becomes President
In unanimous electoral college vote, George Washington becomes first president of the United States. -
First State of the Union Address
"The welfare of our country is the great object to which our cares and efforts ought to be directed.-- And I shall derive great satisfaction from a cooperation with you, in the pleasing though arduous task of ensuring to our fellow citizens the blessings which they have a right to expect, from a free and equal government."
-George Washington, State of the Union Address, 1790
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Fugitive Slave Act passed
The first Fugitive Slave Act is passed by Congress. -
The Cotton Gin
Eli Whitney recieves a patent for his cotton gin, making the production of cotton easier and cheaper. -
Whiskey Rebellion
In Pennslyvania, farmers arm themselves and attack government offical's homes as a form of protest. -
George Washington's Farewell Address
"Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every ligament of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the attachment." -
Election of John Adams
Electoral College meets and elects John Adams president. -
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XYZ Affair
A political affair that tensed up US foreign policy with Great Britain and post-revolution France. -
John Adams offically becomes President
John Adams is sworn in as president. -
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Quasi War
A naval war between France and the US the resulted in the capture of American ships by France and vice versa. Ended by the Convention of 1800. -
Treaty of Mortefontaine
Treaty of Mortefontaine, or the Convention of 1800, ends the Quasi War, however news does not get to American fast enough to help John Adams win the next election. -
Thomas Jefferson becomes President
Thomas Jefferson beats John Adams and becomes president of the United States. -
Carolina Gold Rush
Gold is found in North Carolina, making settlers flock to the prospects of gaining golden riches. -
Establishment of West Point
Congress establishes the first millitary academy, West Point. -
Louisiana Purchase
The Louisiana territory is purchased from France. -
Louis and Clark Expedition
The Louis and Clark Expedition begins in Camp Dubois.
