Foreign Affairs and Internal Affairs (Module 4.3)

What years did the early foreign and internal affairs occur?

1792–1795

Which major international conflict affected the US during this period?

The French Revolution

What policy did Washington declare regarding the French Revolution?

Neutrality

What issue arose with British forces during Washington's presidency?

They captured American merchant ships and forced crews into the British Navy

Who negotiated the 1794 treaty with Britain to resolve maritime conflicts?

John Jay

What treaty did Thomas Pinckney negotiate with Spain in 1795?

Pinckney Treaty

What did the Pinckney Treaty allow the US to do?

Use the Mississippi River and the port of New Orleans for trade

Which battle in 1794 secured the Northwest Territory from Native American tribes?

Battle of Fallen Timbers

Who led the US forces at the Battle of Fallen Timbers?

General Anthony Wayne

Which treaty followed the Battle of Fallen Timbers?

Treaty of Greenville

What domestic rebellion occurred in 1794 over taxation?

Whiskey Rebellion

How did Washington respond to the Whiskey Rebellion?

Sent military forces to enforce federal tax law

What was the significance of the Whiskey Rebellion?

It demonstrated the federal government’s ability to enforce laws and strengthened its authority