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French Revolution
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Madison passes the Compromise of 1790
Hamilton gives up the United States capital in D.C. and Madison delivers the votes Hamilton needs for his financial plans -
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Hamilton submits reports to Congress
Hamilton submits his plans to Congress that discusses his program for government finance. -
Chaos in France during Revolution
France erupts into chaos as the monarchy is abolished and those in power are executed. The revolution was constantly shifting causing commoners and those leading the revolution to be executed. The guillotine created a transformation from the ideas of French liberation to mob rules. -
French Ambassador Genet Arrives in the United States
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Reign of Terror
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Washington issues a statement of neutrality
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Thomas Jefferson resigns as Secretary of State
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United States has the highest credit among the European nations
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Washington retires from Presidency.
Washington retired from the Presidency, creating a precedent that may followed for years to come. During these times, America saw the rise in opposing political parties.