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Macon’s Bill No. 2

A policy enacted in 1810 offering to restore U.S. trading rights if either England or France repealed its commercial restrictions.

Warhawks

A group led by Henry Clay advocating for war against Britain and Native Americans during Madison's presidency.

Battle of Tippecanoe

A conflict on November 7, 1811, where General William Harrison defeated a Native American army in Indiana.

Declaration of War 1812

The congressional decision to declare war on Britain, motivated by greed for territory, impressment, and alleged British support of Native Americans.

Hartford Convention

A meeting of New England representatives to discuss grievances and potential secession, signaling the decline of the Federalist Party.

Treaty of Ghent

Signed in 1814, it concluded the War of 1812 without territorial changes or resolving key issues.

Rush-Bagot Agreement of 1817

An agreement limiting naval armaments on the Great Lakes, fostering U.S.-British relations.

Monroe's Doctrine

A policy articulated by President Monroe emphasizing noncolonization and nonintervention by European powers in the Western Hemisphere.

Economic Crisis of 1819

A downturn caused by excessive speculation in Western lands resulting in foreclosures and prison reform initiatives.

Missouri Compromise

A legislative agreement facilitated by Henry Clay admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state while prohibiting slavery north of the 36-30 parallel.

Era of Good Feelings

A period following James Monroe's election characterized by national unity and a lack of partisan opposition.