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George Washington's Final Message
Within 1796, late in his second term as president, George Washington presented his final message to the nation. However is known as Washington’s Farewell Address, it was not delivered as a speech, but instead appeared in written form, published in newspapers. -
The War of 1812
The United States had both rights and duties.The seemingly endless war in Europe tested Americans’ commitment to neutrality, since both France and Britain seized U.S. ships to prevent goods from reaching the other’s ports. -
James Monroe
James Monroe took presidential office in 1817, he faced unseen challenges. One such difficulty arose from Russia, which already controlled Alaska. -
Russia Issued a Decree
Russia issued a decree extending its colony south into territory claimed jointly by the United States and Great Britain. -
Commodore Matthew Perry
In July 8 of 1853, Commodore Matthew Perry was the one who led a small fleet of the American warships into Edo Bay, Japan. This caused to open trade with Japan to America. -
Treaty of Amity and Commerce
Within 1858, there was a treaty that officially opened Japan to trade with the United States.Those treaties with Japan were part of a broader effort to further American interests in Asia, and were key victories for American foreign.