Module 6 Lesson One Mastery Assignment One

Proclamation of Neutrality

Dec 24, 1793

(ignore the specific date I can't remove it)
It was written by President Washington to for the US to remain neutral amongst world affairs

XYZ affair

Period: Dec 1, 1797 to Dec 1, 1798

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A foreign issue where American diplomats were (unsuccessfully) bribed by three french agents

Convention of 1800

Dec 1, 1800

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A peace treaty between France and America

Louisiana Purchase

Dec 1, 1803

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President Jefferson purchased the Louisiana territory from France, expanding our country.

the Embargo Act

Jan 1, 1807

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To stay out of foreign troubles and end trade with France and Great Britain, did not end out so well for the American economy

War of 1812

Period: Jan 1, 1812 to Jan 1, 1814

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A second war between the United States and Britain

Treaty of Ghent

Dec 1, 1814

(Ignore the day, I don't know the specific day, but this time the month is right)
A peace treaty for both America and Britain. It returned all items to original owners and gave America a new respect from other countries.

Monroe Doctrine

Dec 5, 1823

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Written to avoid and would not partake in European intervention in any nation in America. Also the Americas were no longer open to any further colonization.