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John Adams
Became president in 1796 after Washington. -
The Virginia and Kentucky Resolutions
Thomas Jefferson created the Kentucky resolution in fear of prosecution for sedition. James Madison created a similar statement, the Virginia resolution. -
The Louisiana Purchase
Jefferson wanted to gain acces to New Orleans from France. Instead Napolean offered Louisiana for $15 million. -
War of 1812
United States declared war on Britain. Madison asked for Congress the declare war on Britain on June 1, 1812. -
Washington Burns
The British entered the capital and set fire on public buildings including the Capitol and The White House. They tried to take Fort McHenry but were unsuccessful.