The First Administration - Jennifer Villegas

By Jenni4
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    The First Administration

  • The Election of George Washington

    On this date Mr. President took the oath of office. Americans were afraid that a president would try tto become king, but they trusted Washington. (pgs.258 and 259)

  • Whiskey Rebellion

    The Whiskey Rebellion was the name of the rebellion where farmers got angry because they had to pay tax on whiskey. The rebellion consisted of more than one day.

  • Jay's Treaty

    Jay's Treaty eliminated British control of western ports. The treaty passed the Senate in June 1975.

  • Pickney's Treaty

    Established friendship between the United States and Spain. It also defined the boudaries of the United States.

  • Election of John Adams

    John Adams was also the first vice president of the U.S, The congress decided to let him take over when Washington died.

  • Washingtons Farewell Adress

    After Wahington retired he re5urned to his home in Mt. Vernon. Back in Mt. Vernon he decided to devote his time to farming.

  • Election of Thomas Jefferson

    Vice Presiden Thomas Jefferson defeated Presiden John Adams in the election for president. One of the chief political issues was opposition to tax.

  • XYZ Affair

    Three French agents were referred to as x, y, and z, that's where the name comes from. The agents were demanding moneny so that the U.S could keep relations alive with the french.

  • Naturalization Act

    This law was passed on June 18th (My Birthday!). The law stated that aliens needed to stay in the U.S for 14 years instead of 5 years so they could qualify as legal citizens.

  • Alien and Sedition Acts

    The Sedition Act was passed on July 14, 1798. They intended to use these laws to strengthen the government.

  • VA and KY Resolutions

    The Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions were passed in oppostion to the Alien and Sedation acts. They were written by Thomas Jefferson.

  • Lewis and Clark Expedition

    THe expedition was launched to explore the resources in the Nortwest. The expedition helped establish the legal claim of the U.S.

  • Twelfth Amendment

    It was shown to congress on December 9th 1803. The amendment provides the procedure for electing president and vice-president.

  • Election of James Madison

    James Madison was elected for 2 terms. He was also known as the "Father of the Constitution."

  • "The Star Bangled Banner"

    The star spangled banner was written in 1814 by Francis Scott Key. It is now our Nations National Anthem.