United States History Student Edition

Summary Reviewing The Early Republic 11

» George Washington

George Washington (1789–1797) • Federalist • Established precedents • Alexander Hamilton guides economy

• Whiskey Rebellion • Treaty of Greenville

• Proclamation of Neutrality • Jay’s Treaty

John Adams (1797–1801) • Federalist

The Early Republic

• XYZ Affair

• Alien and Sedition Acts • Judiciary Act of 1801 establishes court system

In the years 1789 through 1825, the United States formed its first political parties, endured another war with Britain, and dramatically expanded its size and power.

Thomas Jefferson (1801–1809) • Democratic-Republican (Republican) • Marbury v. Madison : judicial review • The Louisiana Purchase • Conflict with Barbary pirates • American neutrality tested by Britain/France • Industrial Revolution in the United States begins

James Madison and James Monroe (1809–1825)

• Democratic-Republicans (Republicans) • The War of 1812—“Mr. Madison’s War” • Construction of the National Road begins • Erie Canal constructed • Monroe—“Era of Good Feelings” and later, increasing sectionalism • Tariff of 1816 protects American manufacturers • Missouri Compromise addresses balance and expansion of slavery • Monroe Doctrine limits influence of Europe in the Americas

» Bombardment of Fort McHenry, War of 1812

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