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Thomas Jefferson was elected in 1801. He was also a founding Father of the U.S., wrote the Declaration of Independence. He was a two-term president and did some great things for this country. -
The French leader Napoleon had abandoned his dream of an American Empire. He needed the money to fight European wars. So Napoleon accepted the offer of 15,000,000 dollars for the Louisiana Territory. -
James Madison was a two-term President 1808-1816. Madison is known for many things, he is known as the "Father of the constitution and his leadership in the War of 1812. Madison also helped write the Federalist papers. -
The results of the War were good for the U.S. It ended the federalist party (opposed war). It also Encouraged Industries in the U.S. Also confirmed status of U.S. as a strong, free, and independent nation. -
Monroe was the 5th president and was a two-term president. He solved problems with the British. He also proclaimed the Monroe Doctrine. -
In the early 19th century, various European countries hinted at increased colonization. In his 1823 address to Congress, Monroe made it clear to Europe: Don't interfere with the western Hemisphere. The Monroe Doctrine is the best known U.S. policy toward the Western Hemisphere. -
John Quincy Adams was the 6th president and was a one-term president. He played a role in the Monroe Doctrine. He also gained Florida from Spain. -
Jackson was elected in the time of growing Sectionalism. Jackson wanted the bank of America gone and that is what he did. He was a two-term president and the 7th president of the U.S. -
Some people called it the Spoils system but others called it the Jackson Democracy. Jackson fired all the administration staff and hired his supports to replace them. He up many jobs to his friends and allies. -
Congress passed the Indian removal act with Jackson's support. The Cherokee Tribe in Georgia refused with the support of the Supreme Court. Thousands died on the Trail of Tears on there way to the west.