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Constitutional Convention
In 1787 the Constitutional Convention had created a government based on federalism, the division of power between the national government and the states. -
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Chapter 10 Timeline
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Kentucky & Virginia
Kentucky and Virginia claim that states can nullify laws deemed unconstitutional. -
Hartford Convention
At the Hartford Convention opponents of the War of 1812 insist that states have the right to secede. -
Tariff of 1816
Congress passed the Tariff of 1816 -
Amelia Island
U.S soldiers occupy Amelia Island. -
McCulloch VS Maryland
McCulloch VS Maryland strengthens federal government. -
Monroe Doctrine
Monroe Doctrine was issued -
Andrew Jackson
Andrew Jackson was elected President -
Panic of 1837
Panic of 1837 brings economic collapse. -
Zachary Taylor
Zachary Taylor defeats Seminole forces forces on the shores of lake Okeechobee. -
Cherokees
Cherokees are forced to move to Oklahoma along the Trail of Tears -
South Carolina
South Carolina claims the right to nullify tariff, but it backs down when president Jackson threats to use force against it.
