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Creation of a Cabinet
Washington was the first president to choose his advisors
Creation of a National Bank
Alexander Hamilton advised creating the bank to strengthen the economy and pay off debts
Creation of the Supreme Court
Decides if laws are unconstitutional, John Jay first chief justice.
Whiskey Rebellion
In response to the tax on Whiskey. Farmers rebelled, proved them the new government was strong and could act if needed.
Creation of Washington DC
Compromise about the location of the capital, in exchange for it being in the south, war debt spread equally among the states. Washington oversaw construction
John Adams
VP; Only federalist president
Thomas Jefferson
Secretary of State; A leader of the Democratic-Republicans
Henry Knox
Secretary of War
Alexander Hamilton
Secretary of Treasury; A leader of the Federalists
Washington’s View on Political Parties
Believed they were divisive and harmful, warned against them in the Farewell Address
Washington’s View - Allies with Britain or France?
No alliances, stay neutal.
What is a Precedent?
A tradition set by someone
Precedents set by Washington
Two 4 year terms
Calling the president “Mr. President”
Saying “So help me god”
Choosing a cabinet
Farewell Address
Alien and Sedition Act
Laws meant to limit criticism of the gov
What did the Alien and Sedition Act violate?
1st Amendment
XYZ Affair
France was attacking US ships, demanded bribe money. Adams refused to pay it, France backed down, Adams kept us out of war
XYZ Affair Quote
Millions for Defence, Not One Cent for Tribute
Kentucky Virginia Resolution
Kentucky and Virginia didn’t agree with Alien and Sedition acts, thought states should be able to nullify federal laws. No other states agreed.
Federalists
Led by Alexander Hamilton and John Adams; Economy based on manufacturing and industry; Allies with England; Loose interpretation of the constitution; For Alien and Sedition acts; Rich and Educated; Full-time strong military; Valued national government
Democratic Republicans
Led by Thomas Jefferson; Economy based on farming and agriculture; Allies with France; Strict interpretation of the constitution; Against Alien and Sedition Acts; Common Man; Part time army/militia; Valued state government
Significance of 1803
Louisiana Purchase, US doubled in size; Gained control of the Mississippi River (port of New Orleans) $15 Million
Significance of 1807
Embargo Act; Restricted trade with France and England. Sea workers hurt, economy depended on shipping and trade
Why did Jefferson Purchase Louisiana
Wanted to get rid of potential enemies in North America, gain control of the river for economic purposes
Who Explored the Louisiana Purchase
Lewis and Clark
Jefferson’s Style of Government
Hands Off (Laissez-Faire)
War of 1812 Causes
Impressment of US sailors from the British Navy, England encouraging native attacks
War of 1812 Events
British burned Washington DC, Dolley Madison saved the portrait of George. Star Spangled Banner written by Francis Scott Key after Battle of Fort McHenry. Battle of New Orleans fought after war was over
War of 1812 Effects
Era of Good Feelings, US manufacturing increased.
How did the War of 1812 Affect the Economy?
Manufacturing increased
Era of Good Feelings
Period of time after the war, people were patriotic and unified. Little political division
Missouri Compromise
Kept the balance of free and slave states. Missouri entered as slave, Maine as free.
Monroe Doctrine
Stated European countries should stay out of the western hemisphere. (Neutrality)
Florida
Buying it for $5 Million added to the side of the US
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