America's War for Independence, 1775-1783

These flashcards cover significant events, concepts, and historical figures related to America's War for Independence and early 19th-century politics.

Partisan wrangling

Conflict or debate between political parties, particularly the Federalists and Democratic-Republicans.

Louisiana Purchase

The acquisition of the Louisiana territory by the United States from France in 1803 for $15 million.

War of 1812

Conflict fought between the United States and Great Britain from 1812 to 1815, primarily over issues such as impressment and trade restrictions.

Judicial Review

The power of the Supreme Court to declare laws unconstitutional, established by the case Marbury v. Madison in 1803.

Embargo Act of 1807

A law passed by Congress that prohibited American ships from trading in foreign ports, significantly harming American commerce.

Hartford Convention

A meeting of Federalist party members in 1814 to discuss grievances related to the War of 1812, seen as a failure resulting in the party's decline.

Twelfth Amendment

Amendment to the Constitution that changed the way the Electoral College votes for President and Vice President, adopted in 1804.

Significance of the Treaty of Ghent

The treaty that ended the War of 1812 restored the status quo ante bellum, meaning that all territories and boundaries were returned to pre-war levels.

Impressment

The act of forcing American sailors into British naval service, a major cause of the War of 1812.

Thomas Jefferson's presidency

Characterized by a reduction in federal power and the promotion of agrarian democracy, along with significant actions like the Louisiana Purchase.