unit 4: a new republic - presidents (ripoff)

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George Washington
Party Affiliation: None (independent)
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George Washington
Established the precedent of a two-term limit for presidents
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George Washington
Managed the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794, asserting federal authority
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George Washington
Fostered a policy of neutrality in foreign conflicts, particularly during European wars
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George Washington
Oversaw the creation of the Bill of Rights in 1791
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John Adams
Party Affiliation: Federalist
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John Adams
Only president out of the first five that did NOT enslave people
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John Adams
Passed the Alien and Sedition Acts in 1798, which limited immigration and free speech.
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John Adams
Dealt with tensions with France, leading to the Quasi-War
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John Adams
Appointed John Marshall as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, influencing American law
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John Adams
Handled the peaceful transfer of power to Thomas Jefferson, setting a precedent for future elections
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John Adams
Oversaw the building of the U.S. Navy
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Thomas Jefferson
Completed the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, doubling the size of the U.S.
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Thomas Jefferson
Sent Lewis and Clark on an expedition to explore the new territories
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Thomas Jefferson
Advocated for the separation of church and state
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Thomas Jefferson
Made the Embargo Act of 1807, attempting to maintain neutrality by prohibiting trade with Britain and France
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James Madison
Led the nation during the War of 1812 against Great Britain
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James Madison
Oversaw the drafting and adoption of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights
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James Madison
Faced challenged related to national unity and the economy
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James Madison
Established the Second Bank of the United States in 1816 to stabilize the economy
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James Madison
Promoted the concept of "war hawks," advocating for military action against British impressment of American sailors
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James Monroe
Formulated the Monroe Doctrine in 1823, asserting U.S. opposition to European colonialism in the Western Hemisphere
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James Monroe
Oversaw the Missouri Compromise in 1820, addressing the issue of slavery in new states
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James Monroe
Strengthened U.S. relations with Latin America through diplomatic missions and recognition
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James Monroe
Launched the "Era of Good Feelings," a period marked by political harmony and economic prosperity