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Impressment of Sailors
The Impressment of Sailors was important because it threatened American neutrality and sovereignty, fueled growing resentment of britain, and it directly led to the Embargo Act of 1807. -
Washington's Proclamation of Neutrality
The Proclamation of Neutrality was important because it kept the U.S. out of a war it wasn't prepared for, sparked debates about neutrality, foreign policy, and constitutional authority. It also set a precedent for future foreign policy. -
Jay Treaty
The Jay Treaty was important because while unpopular with the public it maintained peace between the two nations and preserved U.S. neutrality. It also averted war with britain. Tells britain that we'll trade with them without messing up their trade. -
Washington's Farewell Address
Washington's Address urged for a foreign policy of neutrality that would avoid creating enemies or international friendships of dubious intent, nor entangle the U.S. in foreign alliances. -
Embargo Act of 1807
The Embargo Act outlawed trade between American and any foreign port, effectively closing in the American economy. It was one of the major factors leading up to the war as it lead to increased hostilities between America and Britain. Passed by Jefferson to get Britain to stop the impressment. -
Chesapeake-Leopard Affair
It was a symbol of degraded relationships between Great Britain and the United States, and a spark that slowly burned into the war of 1812. It also led to the Embargo Act of 1807. They were being chased and opened fire on the British. Escalated tensions. -
War Hawks
The War Hawks pushed for war against britain to punish them for hurting American prestige and to stop the alleged British instigation of Native Americans upon American settlers. Democrats led by Henry Clay that wanted to start the war. -
Battle of Tippecanoe
The defeat at Tippecanoe prompted Tecumseh to ally his remaining forces with Great Britain during the War of 1812, where they would play an integral role in the British military. Americans defeated the Natives. Tecumseh used that as fuel to side with Britain. -
Tecumseh
Tried to negotiate with the American Government to stop western expansion into native lands. He formed a confederacy of native tribes and represented the interests of many natives. Sided with Britain in the war making it harder for Americans. -
War of 1812 Begins
The War of 1812 began because people were angry about the British aiding the Native Americans, Impressment, trade, and Native American involvement. The Senate approved a House-passed resolution declaring war with Great Britain. -
Tecumseh
Defeated during battle, stopping the second front making it easier for Americans. -
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson was a General who led his troops through enemy territory to victory in several tide-turning battles. He greatly aided our nation's victory in the war. He is most well known for the victory in the Battle of New Orleans. -
Star Spangled Banner
Written during the war. As he was sitting on the boat the Americans attacked where he was being held. -
Hartford Convention
A series of meetings held in secret where party delegates debated and rejected secession, instead they drafted constitutional amendments strengthening state controls over commerce and militias. They opposed the War of 1812, the convention was held to discuss and seek redress by Washington for their complaints and wrongs they felt has been done. -
Treaty of Ghent
Agreement in Belgium between the British and the United States to end the War of 1812 on the general basis of maintaining prewar conditions. Great Britain agreed to relinquish claims to the Northwest Territory, and both countries pledged to work towards ending the slave trade. -
Battle of New Orleans
The final major battle of the war. The victory forced the British to recognize the U.S. claims to Louisiana and West Florida and to ratify the Treaty of Ghent which ended the war.