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Chapter 7
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George Washington Becomes President
George Washington was elected as the first president of the United States.
This is important because he had to be the first person to learn how to do all the jobs of president. -
Congress Passes It's First Tax
Congress passed an 8.5% tax on 30 goods.
It is important because it was the first time that congress had ever passed a tax to American citizens. -
French Revolution Begins
The French Revolution began with the fall of the Bastille in Paris.
It was important because the revolution gave America its first major split in political opinions . -
Judiciary Act
George Washington and Congress put together the 3 branches of government and decided who had what powers.
This is important because the decided who did what in the government. -
Congress Submits Bills
Congress sent 12 bills to the states for ratification and the first 10 became the Bill of Rights.
This is important because the Bill of Rights is a major part of the US government. -
United States Army is Established
The Army was established totaling 1000 men.
It is important because the people now had protection over them. -
Benjamin Franklin Dies
He died at the age of 84.
This was important because he was a big government figure and made important choices. -
Capitol Moves To Washington DC
The House of Representatives voted to move the capitol from New York to Washington DC.
This is important because made the north not have all the power. -
Governor of NY Election
In one of the first open elections Clinton vs. Jay run to be the governor of New York and causes division of citizens.
This is important because it was one of the first times political parties and elections started causing a problem in the USA. -
The Whiskey Rebellion Ends
The Whiskey Rebellion was when farmers lashed out against the Whiskey taxes.
This was important because people were angry with the government and fighting back and now it was over. -
Federalist Party
The Federalist party was represented by John Adams, John Jay, and Alexander Hamilton. They wanted a strong central government and supported trade and industry.
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Democratic-Republican Party
This group was represented by Jefferson, Madison, and Gallatin. They wanted to limit the federal government.
This was important because this party ran against the federalist party in the election. -
Political Parties are Formed
The election causes the people to group into Federalists and Republicans because of this being the first presidential election with 2 candidates.
This is important because it was the first time political parties were formed. -
John Adams is Elected President
John Adams is elected to be our second president.
This was important because he won as a Federalist and he beat Jefferson. -
The XYZ Affair
France wanted a $12 million dollar loan and it was refused by America. Adams used X, Y, and Z to refer to the agents in congress.
This was important because it outraged Americans. -
Washington Dies
George Washington passes away at Mount Vernon.
This is important because he was a huge contribution to our nation and our first president.
