🧭 DBQ Essay Outline (7 Documents, 2 Body Paragraphs)

Washington's Neutrality Proclamation (1793)

Declared that the U.S. would remain impartial in the war between Britain and France, protecting trade and avoiding costly involvement.

Jay Treaty (1794)

A treaty that maintained peace with Britain and protected U.S. commerce, highlighting the commitment to stability.

Treaty of Greenville (1795)

Ended war with Native tribes in the Northwest, opening vast lands to settlement and showcasing U.S. expansionist goals.

XYZ Affair (1798)

A diplomatic incident that involved French demands for bribes, which outraged Americans and led to the Quasi-War.

Pinckney’s Treaty (1795)

Secured navigation rights on the Mississippi River and improved relations with Spain, asserting U.S. presence in the South.

Model Treaty (1776)

Written during the Revolution to promote trade without political alliances, demonstrating long-standing ideals of neutrality.

Federalists

Political party that supported neutrality as essential for economic growth and survival.

Revolutionary Ideals

Principles that emphasize independence and neutrality in foreign relations.

Quasi-War

An undeclared naval conflict between the U.S. and France that arose from tensions following the XYZ Affair.

Monroe Doctrine (1823)

A policy that exemplified the continuation of American independence paired with strategic expansion.