Lesson 5.3-5.6 SG

Election of 1800

Democratic Republicans led by Thomas Jefferson won against the Federalists, marking a peaceful transfer of power.

Federalists

Political party that opposed the Democratic Republicans, led by figures like John Adams and Charles Pinckney.

Laissez Faire

Economic philosophy advocating for minimal government interference in the economy.

Marbury v. Madison (1803)

A landmark Supreme Court case that established judicial review, stating the Supreme Court has the final say on the Constitution.

Pinckney Treaty

Agreement allowing Americans to ship goods down the Mississippi and store them in New Orleans.

Louisiana Purchase

The 1803 acquisition of the Louisiana territory from France for $15 million, significantly expanding US territory.

Sacagawea

Shoshone woman who assisted Lewis and Clark as a translator during their expedition.

Embargo Act (1807)

Total ban on trade with foreign nations aimed to cut off supplies to Britain and France but hurt American economy.

Treaty of Ghent (1814)

Treaty that ended the War of 1812, restoring pre-war borders without addressing impressment.

The Monroe Doctrine

American foreign policy warning European powers against colonization or interference in the Americas.