unit 4: a new republic - presidents (ripoff)

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George Washington

Party Affiliation: None (independent)

George Washington

Established the precedent of a two-term limit for presidents

George Washington

Managed the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794, asserting federal authority

George Washington

Fostered a policy of neutrality in foreign conflicts, particularly during European wars

George Washington

Oversaw the creation of the Bill of Rights in 1791

John Adams

Party Affiliation: Federalist

John Adams

Only president out of the first five that did NOT enslave people

John Adams

Passed the Alien and Sedition Acts in 1798, which limited immigration and free speech.

John Adams

Dealt with tensions with France, leading to the Quasi-War

John Adams

Appointed John Marshall as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, influencing American law

John Adams

Handled the peaceful transfer of power to Thomas Jefferson, setting a precedent for future elections

John Adams

Oversaw the building of the U.S. Navy

Thomas Jefferson

Completed the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, doubling the size of the U.S.

Thomas Jefferson

Sent Lewis and Clark on an expedition to explore the new territories

Thomas Jefferson

Advocated for the separation of church and state

Thomas Jefferson

Made the Embargo Act of 1807, attempting to maintain neutrality by prohibiting trade with Britain and France

James Madison

Led the nation during the War of 1812 against Great Britain

James Madison

Oversaw the drafting and adoption of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights

James Madison

Faced challenged related to national unity and the economy

James Madison

Established the Second Bank of the United States in 1816 to stabilize the economy

James Madison

Promoted the concept of "war hawks," advocating for military action against British impressment of American sailors

James Monroe

Formulated the Monroe Doctrine in 1823, asserting U.S. opposition to European colonialism in the Western Hemisphere

James Monroe

Oversaw the Missouri Compromise in 1820, addressing the issue of slavery in new states

James Monroe

Strengthened U.S. relations with Latin America through diplomatic missions and recognition

James Monroe

Launched the "Era of Good Feelings," a period marked by political harmony and economic prosperity