War of 1812
Name a cause for the War of 1812
British impressment of American sailors
Britain was restricting U.S. ports
America had passed embargos with both Britain and France
Native Americans were being allied by the British to fight the Americans
How are education and infrastructure (roads, canals) linked to the American idea of commerce (trade)?
The stronger the infrastructure and education, the easier it would be for there to be trade.
Name an outcome of the War of 1812
Borders firmly established between the U.S. and Britain, freedom of the seas and free trade established, American independence recognized for the second time
Why did Thomas Jefferson go to war with pirates in the Barbary War?
Because pirates were interferring with trade in the Mediterranean Sea.
What was a political outcome of the War of 1812?
The differences between the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans were minimized. Both experienced the Era of Good Feelings, following the end of the War of 1812.
Why was the 1800 presidential election controversial
There were 3 candidates running. Two Democratic Republicans (Jefferson and Burr) and one Federalist (Adams). Jefferson ends up winning. Burr becomes VP. Federalist party never has a presidential candidate again, and eventually disbands.