Era of Good Feelings and Nationalism

Flashcards covering key concepts related to the Era of Good Feelings, nationalism, and significant political and economic changes in early 19th century America.

Era of Good Feelings

A period of nationalism and a lack of partisan competition in American politics following the War of 1812.

War of 1812

Often referred to as the second war for American independence; resulted in increased nationalism.

Federalist Party

A political party that ceased to exist after the War of 1812 due to lack of support and credibility.

Virginia Dynasty

Refers to the early U.S. presidents, four of the first five of whom were from Virginia.

Nationalism

The interest of the nation as a whole over regional interests, particularly evident during the Era of Good Feelings.

Cotton Gin

Invented by Eli Whitney; a device that revolutionized cotton production by efficiently separating cotton fiber from seeds.

Economic Boom

A significant increase in economic activity; first experienced in the U.S. after the War of 1812.

Second Bank of the United States

Established in 1816, this bank was created to stabilize the economy and provide a national currency.

Protective Tariff

A government-imposed tax on imported goods to protect domestic industries, first passed in 1816.

Tariff of 1816

The first protective tariff in U.S. history aimed at supporting American manufacturing.

Judicial Review

The authority of the Supreme Court to determine the constitutionality of laws, established by John Marshall.

John Marshall

Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court who strengthened federal power through his decisions.

Monroe Doctrine

A foreign policy statement that declared the Western Hemisphere closed to European colonization.

Adams-Onís Treaty

An agreement between the U.S. and Spain in 1819 that ceded Florida to the United States.

Andrew Jackson

Military hero from the War of 1812; played a significant role in the acquisition of Florida.

John Quincy Adams

Secretary of State under Monroe; architect of the Monroe Doctrine.

Missouri Compromise

A legislative agreement that maintained the balance of power between slave and free states.

Henry Clay

A prominent politician who proposed the Missouri Compromise to resolve regional tensions.

Panic of 1819

The first economic downturn in the U.S., leading to a crisis in national cooperation.

Partisan Competition

Rivalry between political parties; largely absent during the Era of Good Feelings.

Eli Whitney

Inventor of the cotton gin, which significantly increased cotton production in the U.S.

Democratic-Republicans

The political party led by Thomas Jefferson that dominated during the Era of Good Feelings.

Federalism

A political system that favors strong national government power over state control.

Colonialism

The practice of acquiring full or partial control over another country or territory.

Sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself; a theme in the Monroe Doctrine.

Expansionism

The policy of territorial or economic expansion, significant during the period following the War of 1812.

National Power

The capacity of a nation to influence or control various aspects of international relations.

Economic Nationalism

Policies that promote the economic interests of a nation, particularly following the War of 1812.

Civil War

A conflict that would arise primarily over issues such as slavery and regional power struggles.

Agricultural Economy

An economy that is primarily based on farming and agricultural activities, prevalent in the South.

Manufacturing Economy

An economy based on the production of goods in factories, primarily found in the North.