This reading will focus on the events following the end of the Revolution and the Treaty of Paris 1783, at a time when the young nation is struggling to maintain its ideas on limiting government, but experiences the growing pains associated with its early governing documents as well as a need for a new one: The US Constitution.
Terms that will be identified in this Reading (and through notes) - Quizlet Link for Terms Below (please read disclaimer on website)
Articles of Confederation
Shay's Rebellion
The Constitutional Convention
Whiskey Rebellion
Bank of the United States
Judicial Review
Louisiana Territory
Monroe Doctrine
Federalists
Anti-Federalists
Washington's Farewell Address
Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798
Bill of Rights
The Election of 1800
The War of 1812
Panic of 1819
This reading will focus on an early national period, with an emphasis on themes such as access to the Democratic System and the role played in that development by people like Andrew Jackson. It also draws into question what the effects of Andrew Jackson's policies were on the American economy and society.
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Jacksonian Democracy - Nullification Crisis 1832
Sectionalism - Whig Party
National Bank - Tariff of Abominations
Nationalism - Missouri Compromise
Panic of 1837 - American System
Petticoat Affair - Worcester v. Georgia
Trail of Tears