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Corps of Discovery

A group that explored the Louisiana Territory to map the area, find a route to the Pacific Ocean, and learn about Native American tribes.

Tribes encountered

Native American tribes met during exploration, including the Sioux, Shoshone, and Nez Perce.

Sacagawea's role

A Native American woman who guided and translated for the explorers.

Impressment

Forcing sailors from another country to work in your navy.

Ft. McHenry/Star-Spangled Banner

The U.S. national anthem written during a battle at Fort McHenry.

Battle of New Orleans

A major U.S. victory in the War of 1812, even though the war had already ended.

Result of war

The U.S. gained confidence, and a political party (Federalists) lost influence.

Monroe Doctrine

A U.S. policy telling European countries to stay out of the Americas.

Era of the Common Man

A period when regular people (especially white men) gained more influence in government.

Spoils system

Giving government jobs to political supporters or friends, regardless of qualifications.

Indian Removal Act of 1830

A law that forced Native American tribes to move west.

Trail of Tears

The forced migration of Native Americans, during which many died.

Bank of the US/censure

A conflict over the national bank; censure means to officially criticize someone.

Political cartoon - King Andrew I

A cartoon showing Andrew Jackson abusing his power like a king.

Archibald Murphy

NC's first reformer

What happened with Railroads in Progressivism?

Railroads built across the state, which decreased isolation and increased communication and trade. NC Railroad company was founded

Educational Improvements in Progressivism

Public schools created

Dorothea Dix

A nurse who began trying to educate the public about mental health and wanted a mental health hospital