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Proclamation of Neutrality Issued
In order to stay out of harms way of France and Great Britain, George Washington issues a "Proclamation of Neutrality". -
XYZ Affair
The French officials issue a bribe to the Americans and the Americans get insulted. -
Convention of 1800
Hostilities were settled between the United States and France due to this agreement. -
Louisiana Purchase Made
Napolean of France sells the Louisiana territory to President Jefferson. -
Embargo Act Passed
Stopped US trade with other nation and Jefferson needed it to avoid international problems. -
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War of 1812
A major war breaks out between Great Britain and the United States because of the British policy of impressment. -
Treaty of Ghent Signed
The war of 1812 has ended due to the Treaty being signed. -
Monroe Doctrine Issued
"Hands off the Western Hemisphere!", Monroe tells the world.