foreign affairs trouble the nation. turmoil in europe french revolution (1789-1799) erupts in france...
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Turmoil in Europe French Revolution (1789-1799) erupts in
France Inspired by the Amer. Revol., French
people revolt against King Louis XVI and his monarchy; demand democracy
USA dilemma: New France gov't declares war on G.B. and other monarchies
Dem.-Rep.: Jefferson and Madison believed USA should support France gov't due to Treaty of 1778
Federalist: Hamilton side with British
Checking for Understanding
Questions What stake does the USA have pertaining to
the French Revolution? Why may some Americans want the French
Revolution to succeed? Want it to fail?
Turmoil in France (cont...)
In 1793, Washington declares neutrality (not take sides)
Jefferson and Hamilton agree Edmond Genet, a French diplomat sent to
win American support, began recruiting Americans to fight G.B.
Genet stays in USA as citizen Federalists call Jefferson a radical for
supporting France; Jefferson resigns
Checking for Understanding
Questions Why do you think Washington decides to
stay neutral? Whats does this tell you about Washington and his views towards foreign
policy?
Treaty of San Lorenzo
Thomas Pinckney negotiates treaty with Spain over trade territorial issues
In 1795, Spain and USA come to terms with the Treaty of San Lorenzo
Spain gives up claim to Western USA Florida-USA boundary set at 31st Parallel MI River open to USA trade/traffic
New Orleans is now open port for USA
Checking for Understanding
Questions What were the stipulations to the Treaty of
San Lorenzo? How does the treaty impact the USA?
Battle of Fallen Timber
Native Americans rejects Treaty of Paris of 1783 and demand changes
Little Turtle, Miami Tribe chief defeat USA army in 1790
USA sends Gen. “Mad” Anthony Wayne to defeat Miami Confederacy at Fallen Timbers in 1794
Miami Tribe signs Treaty of Greenville Gives USA control of Ohio Valley
Checking for Understanding
Questions What caused the Little Turtle and his Miami
tribe to act against the USA? How does the Treaty of Greenville impact
the USA?
Jay's Treaty
British are still in ports in the Northwest Prevents trade and Westward expansion
USA wanted to keep good relations to trade in the West Indies; British also kept seizing USA ships and impressing USA seamen
D-R (pro-French) wanted either military or econ action
Federalists (pro-British) wanted peaceful resolution
Jay's Treaty (Cont...)
Washington sends John Jay, Chief Justice to mediate without Congress' consent
Many saw this as a violation of the Constitution, Executive and Judicial working together against the Legislative
Americans angry, feeling USA gave up too much power
Treaty ends up helping USA; Native Americans have no help, trade made easier, USA now able to expand west
Political CartoonIn partners, I want you to create two political cartoons responding to Jay’s
Treaty. One student will be responsible for creating a cartoon from the view of a
Democratic-Republican and the other student will be responsible for creating a
cartoon from the perspective of a Federalists. Use your notes and handouts
to help you create your cartoon.
Checking for Understanding
Questions What did the Jay Treaty do for Americans? Why do you think the British refused to
leave in the first place?
George Washington's Farewell
Address, September 26th, 1796 Main Points:
Do not get involved with other countries issues
Fix issues at home first Do not let Political parties create disunity
Washington dies on December 14th, 1799
Checking for Understanding
Questions What do you think of Washington's main
points in his Farewell Address? Explain.
John Adam's Presidency
In 1796, John Adams is elect President and Thomas Jefferson is elected as Vice President
Result of sectionalism, placing regions interest above the nation
Checking for Understanding
Questions What impact did sectionalism have on the
election of 1796? Explain.
Adam's Tries to Avoid War
French see Jay's Treaty as a violation of their alliance, begins seizing USA ships
XYZ Affair: French officials demand bribe to see foreign minister, Talleyrand
Congress creates Navy and undeclared naval war begins between USA and France for 2 years (Quasi War)
Washington called to lead Army
Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798
Federalists fear French plot to overthrow USA gov't, suspicious of French immigrants
Many French immigrants are Dem-Rep. Federalists critical of Adam's hesitation
Fed. Create Alien-Sedition Acts of 1798 Alien Act: requirement for citizenship
raised, immigrants be deported or fined Sedition Act: Fined or jailed for
hindering/lying about USA gov't
Alien and Sedition Acts (cont...)
Jefferson and Madison see acts as misuse of power
VA and KY oppose (Kentucky Resolution), stating violation of 1st Amendment
Nullification: states have the right to void laws deemed unconstitutional
Alien and Sedition Acts (cont...)
Jefferson and Madison see acts as misuse of power
VA and KY oppose (Kentucky Resolution), stating violation of 1st Amendment
Nullification: states have the right to void laws deemed unconstitutional
Checking for Understanding
Questions In your own words, explain the Alien and
Sedition Acts Do you believe the Alien and Sedition Acts
of 1798 were fair? Why? Is nullification an appropriate right for states
to have? Why or why not?