War of 1812: Causes
Which two countries fought in the War of 1812?
U.S. and Britain
Who won the War of 1812?
It was mostly a draw/tie
What is meant by federal power?
The power the national government has over states
Name at least 2 inventions of the early 19th century.
Cotton gin, steel plow, mechanical reaper, RRs, steamboats, telegraph, mason jar, clothespin, timepieces, sewing machine
Which two states were added in the Missouri Compromise?
Missouri and Maine
Why were Britain and France interfering with U.S. trade?
They were at war with each other, thanks to Napoleon Bonaparte
A feeling of pride/loyalty to your country
What principle was established in Marbury v. Madison?
Judicial review
Which type of inventions most affected the South?
Agricultural -- cotton gin, mechanical reaper, steel plow
How did enslaved people cope with the experiences of slavery?
Too many ways to name?!
Who were the War Hawks?
Senators from South and West who were land-hungry & wanted to fight Britain
What is the name for the period after the War of 1812?
Era of Good Feelings
What principle was established in McCulloch v. Maryland?
Implied powers of Congress (national bank)
Which region did transportation developments LEAST affect?
What kind of slavery did the U.S. have?
Chattel slavery - people are born into slavery, can only be freed by owners or with $$
Explain impressment.
British forcing American sailors to join their navy.
How did the War of 1812 impact American nationalism and why?
It increased nationalism because Americans felt they had stood up to Britain and proven their independence
How did each of the cases we studied affect federal power?
They each led to expansion/growth of federal power
Which region saw the most industrialization?
The northeast
What was the purpose of the Missouri Compromise?
What was the Chesapeake-Leopard incident?
British ship Leopard fired on the American Chesapeake, killing 3 sailors
How did the War of 1812 impact U.S. politics?
Politics became more united as the Federalists died out and left only the Republican party.
Only the federal government
How did the cotton gin affect the Southern economy?
After the Missouri Compromise, where was slavery allowed?
South of the 36th parallel