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Proclamation of Neutrality
The Proclamation of Neutrality was issued to prevent the United States from involvement in the conflict between France and Great Britain. This proclamation was issued by our first president George Washington. -
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XYZ Affair
French officials attempted to bribe Americans but instead the Americans felt insulted. -
Convention of 1800
At the convention an agreement was signed between the U.S. and France settling the tension between the nations. -
Louisiana Purchase
For approximately $15 million President Thomas Jefferson of the United States purchased Louisiana from Napoleon of France -
Embargo Act
In attempt to avoid conflict with other nations President Jefferson had Congress pass The Embargo Act that cut of trade with other nations. -
War of 1812
A war between The U.S. and Great Britain began due to the British policy of impressment. -
Treaty of Ghent
This peace treaty ended the war of 1812 between the U.S. and Great Britain. -
Monroe Doctrine
President Monroe implemented the policy that any involvement of foreign powers in American Politics should be considered a malicious act. In other words "hands of the western hemisphere."
