Early U.S. Foreign Policy

Flashcards based on lecture notes about early U.S. foreign policy.

Isolationism

President Washington's foreign policy, as stated in his Farewell Address.

Attacks on U.S. ships

Event that challenged the foreign policy of President John Adams.

Jay Treaty (1796)

The British removed their troops from the Ohio Valley.

Great Britain

Country most responsible for the change in U.S. foreign policy at the end of the 18th century.

Peace

Achievement during the administration of John Adams, as the nation was at peace.

Seizure of U.S. merchant ships

After going to war with each other, Great Britain and France seized U.S. merchant ships in order to prevent the United States from supplying their enemy.

Jefferson's Embargo

American sea workers were hurt the most by Jefferson's embargo on trade.

British Actions in 1807

The British killing 21 American sailors increased tension between the United States and Great Britain in 1807.

Faster Communication

Could have prevented the Battle of New Orleans.

War of 1812 Results

The United States won the war. The Federalists lost power due to their opposition to the war. National pride in the United States grew. American Indian resistance in the Northwest Territory weakened.

Latin American Independence Movement

Event that led to the policies established by the Monroe Doctrine.

Monroe Doctrine Goal

To prevent European interference in the Americas.

Monroe Doctrine Result

The United States gained respect internationally.