U.S Presidents

By Ameterrrehman
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    George Washington

    George Washington was born in Westmoreland, Virginia in 1732 and received education at a local school. He helped his mother farm and continued to educate himself through reading. His father was a notable planter and served as a county court justice. Martha Washington, his wife, was the first first lady and actively supported the Revolutionary War. Washington worked as a surveyor and later became a national hero by leading colonial forces to victory in the American Revolution.

  • Congress enacts Tariff

    -as the first major piece of legislation passed in the United States after the ratification of the United States Constitution. It had two purposes: to protect manufacturing industries developing in the nation and to raise revenue for the federal government.

  • First Naturalization Law

    It provided that any free, white, adult alien, male or female, who had resided within the limits and jurisdiction of the United States for a period of 2 years was eligible for citizenship. The year was later in 1795 Act extended to 5 years.

  • Creating a National Bank

    Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton, with President Washington's support, sends Congress a controversial message (The Report on a National Bank) calling for the creation of an official Bank of the United States. The Bank would be able to lend the government money and safely hold its deposits, give Americans a uniform currency, and promote business and industry by extending credit.

  • Naming the Capital

    Commissioners name the territory within the District of Columbia (and the future seat of the Federal Government) the city of Washington in honor of the nation's first President.

  • Ratifying the Bill of Rights

    -The new United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, confirming the fundamental rights of its citizens.

  • Battle of Fallen Timbers

    General Anthony Wayne defeats an Indian force numbering more than 1,000 at the Battle of Fallen Timbers. The victory helps open the Ohio territory for American settlement and is a defeat for Britain, which had allied with the Native Americans in the region.

  • Jay Treaty

    representatives of the United States and Great Britain signed Jay's Treaty, which sought to settle outstanding issues between the two countries that had been left unresolved since American independence, it successfully allowed the United States to avoid war with its more powerful adversary, Britain.

  • Treaty of San Lorenzo

    The treaty was an important diplomatic success for the United States. It resolved territorial disputes between the two countries and granted American ships the right to free navigation of the Mississippi River as well as duty-free transport through the port of New Orleans, then under Spanish control.

  • Paying The Dey

    The American Government, represented by David Humphreys, agrees to pay a sum of nearly a million dollars to the Dey of Algiers for protection of American shipping in the Mediterranean and for the ransom of sailors.

  • Diplomatic Crisis

    France informs James Monroe, America's leading diplomat in Paris, that the Jay Treaty violates, and therefore suspends, certain provisions of the 1778 Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the two nations. This begins a serious diplomatic crisis between France and the United States. 07
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    John Adams

    He was born in Braintree, Massachusetts. He graduated from Harvard College in 1755 and later became a lawyer. Adams was influential in the American Revolution, advocating for independence and various political positions, delegate to the Continental Congress, ambassador to France and the Netherlands, the first Vice President under George Washington. Adams had normal married life. After his presidency, Adams had a role in negotiating peace with France and reconciling with Thomas Jefferson.

  • XYZ Affair

    The three man American peace commission is received coolly and then asked to pay a bribe in order to speak with French Foreign Minister Charles Maurice Talleyrand. This episode becomes known as the “XYZ Affair.” This incident between US and France resulted in a limited, undeclared war known as the Quasi-War. U.S. and French negotiators restored peace with the Convention of 1800, also known as the Treaty of Mortefontaine.

  • The Eleventh Amendment

    The Eleventh Amendment to the Constitution of the United States is declared in full force by President Adams. It stipulates that federal courts shall not have the jurisdiction over litigation between individuals from one state against individuals from another state.

  • Alien Sedition Acts

    The Alien Act granted the President unilateral authority to deport non-citizens who were subjects of foreign enemies. The Sedition Act attacked the core of free speech and a free press—the right to criticize the government

  • Victory against France

    The United States Navy scores its first clear victory against France when the frigate Constellation captures the French ship L'Insurgente near the island of St. Kitts.

  • Washington becomes capital

    The new city of Washington in the District of Columbia becomes the official capital of the United States, succeeding Philadelphia. It would not be until November that Congress convened in the new capital and Adams moved into the new Executive Mansion.
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    Thomas Jefferson

    was born in Virginia and was educated at William and Mary. He didn't serve in the military but held numerous offices including Governor of Virginia, Minister to France, Vice President, and President. His family included his wife Martha and six children. He played a crucial role in drafting the Declaration of Independence and spearheaded the Louisiana Purchase as President.

  • Tripoli declares war

    Yusuf Karamini, pasha of Tripoli, declares war on the United States by symbolically cutting down the flagpole at the U.S. consulate. This action came after the United States refused to pay more tribute to the Tripolitans in exchange for protection from piracy against American ships.

  • Marbury v. Madison

    It was one of the most important Supreme Court cases in early American history and established the principle of judicial review—the power of the federal courts to declare legislative and executive acts unconstitutional.

  • Marbury v. Madison

    The landmark Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review, empowering the courts to review and strike down acts of Congress that are unconstitutional.

  • The Twelfth Amendment

    Motivated by the infamous election of 1800, Congress passes the Twelfth Amendment to the Constitution, requiring electors to vote for President and vice president separately. This ends the tradition of the runner up in a presidential race becoming vice president and prevents chances for a deadlock tie.

  • Louisiana Territory Act

    Congress passes the Louisiana Territory Act, dividing the Louisiana Purchase into the Territory of Orleans in the south and the district of Louisiana in the north.

  • Capturing Derna

    U.S. Marines and Arab mercenaries capture the Tripolitan port city of Derna, achieving a major victory for the United States in the Tripolitan War. Eaton's ultimate plan, approved by President Jefferson, entailed replacing the ruling pasha of Tripoli with the rightful ruler. This is aborted with the forthcoming peace treaty in June.

  • Treaty of Peace and Aimty

    It was negotiated by Karamanli and Colonel Tobias Lear. The United States agreed to a one-time payment of $60,000 to secure the treaty and to ransom American prisoners of war, it effectively ending the Tripolitan War.

  • Building a national road

    Congress authorizes a commission to build a national road from Cumberland, Maryland, to the Ohio River.The National Road was built with rocks and gravel broken by hand and laid in trenches. The National Road was the first highway built entirely with federal funds. The road was authorized by Congress in 1806 during the Jefferson Administration. Construction began in Cumberland, Maryland in 1811.

  • Aaron Burr acquitted

    Burr , the third vice president of the United States from 1801 to 1805,was charged with treason because of the alleged conspiracy and stood trial in Richmond, Virginia. He was acquitted due to lack of evidence of treason, as Chief Justice John Marshall did not consider conspiracy without actions sufficient for conviction.

  • Embargo Act

    Madison signed this controversial law, prohibiting American ships from trading in foreign ports in response to British and French interference with American trade, which ultimately proved ineffective and damaging to the U.S. economy.

  • Slave Trade Ban Official

    It was "to prohibit the importation of slaves in any port or place within the jurisdiction of the United States, from and after the first day of January [1808.]"

  • The Bayonne Decree

    Napoleon Bonaparte issues the Bayonne Decree, which authorizes the French seizure of all United States ships entering all ports of the Hanseatic League. Napoleon argues the decree will help the United States enforce the Embargo Act signed by President Thomas Jefferson in December 1807.
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    James Madison

    He was an American statesman, diplomat, and Founding Father of US. He was born in Port Conway, Virginia. He was educated at the College of New Jersey (now Princeton University). Though he did not serve in the military, he was instrumental in drafting the U.S. Constitution and served as Secretary of State under Thomas Jefferson. Madison's family included his wife, Dolley Madison, known for her influence as First Lady. Post-presidency, he played a key role in founding the University of Virginia.

  • Bank of the United States

    The Bank of the United States closes. Treasury Secretary Gallatin urges Congress to extend its charter but fails to convince members concerned with the large British interest in the Bank.

  • Declaration of War Against Britain

    After continued British impressment of American sailors and interference with American trade, Madison asked Congress to declare war on Britain leading to the war of 1812

  • Battle of Lake Erie

    American naval forces, led by Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, defeated a British squadron, securing control of Lake Erie during the War of 1812.

  • Burning of Washington D.C.

    British forces invaded Washington, D.C., and burned down the White House, the Capitol, and other government buildings during the War of 1812.

  • Writing of the Star Spangled Banner

    Inspired by the British bombardment of Fort McHenry in Baltimore during the War of 1812, Francis Scott Key penned what would become the U.S. national anthem.

  • Hartford Convection

    Federalist delegates from New England met to discuss their grievances against the War of 1812 and proposed constitutional amendments, but the end of the war made their proposals irrelevant and discredited the Federalist Party. Ended on Jan 4,1815

  • Treaty of Ghent

    Signed in Belgium, this treaty ended the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain, restoring prewar borders and failing to address many underlying issues.

  • Battle of New Orleans

    Fought after the Treaty of Ghent had been signed but before news of the treaty reached America, this decisive American victory, led by General Andrew Jackson, boosted American morale and Jackson's popularity.

  • Ratification of the Treaty of Ghent

    The U.S. Senate ratified the Treaty of Ghent, officially ending the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain.

  • War on Algiers

    With Madison having secured a declaration of war on Algiers, Captain Stephen Decatur leads a flotilla from New York against the Mediterranean pirates, who attack American ships during the War of 1812. Algiers surrenders on June 30.

  • Re-charting a National Bank

    Madison signs a bill re-chartering a new national bank in Philadelphia. The charter is set for a twenty-one year term.

  • Second Bank of the US Charter

    Madison signed a bill rechartering the Second Bank of the United States, establishing it as a central banking institution.

  • Creation of the Second Seminole War

    Conflict erupted between the United States and the Seminole Indians in Florida, stemming from border disputes and tensions over runaway slaves seeking refuge among the Seminoles.

  • Establishment of the American Colonization Society

    founded with the goal of resettling freed African Americans in Africa, leading to the establishment of Liberia.
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    James Monroe

    born in Westmoreland County, Virginia, was educated at the College of William and Mary. He served in the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, various political offices, including Governor of Virginia, U.S. Senator, and Secretary of State, served as Secretary of War under President Madison. Before and after his presidency, he played a crucial role in negotiating treaties, including the Monroe Doctrine, which warned European powers against further colonization in the Americas.

  • Rush-Bagot Treaty

    Limited naval armament on the Great Lakes between the United States and Great Britain, easing tensions and promoting peaceful relations.

  • Treaty of 1818

    Established the northern boundary between the United States and Canada at the 49th parallel, resolved issues of fishing rights, and provided for joint occupation of the Oregon Country for ten years.

  • Adams-Onis Treaty

    Spain ceded Florida to the United States and defined the boundary between the United States and New Spain (now Mexico).

  • Missouri Compromise

    Addressed the issue of slavery in new territories by admitting Missouri as a slave state and Maine as a free state, while also establishing a line delineating where slavery would be permitted in future territories

  • Monroe Doctrine

    Monroe articulated the doctrine in his annual message to Congress, warning European powers against further colonization or intervention in the Americas, signaling American dominance in the Western Hemisphere.
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    John Quincy Adams

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    Andrew Jackson

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    Martin Van Buren

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    William Henry Harrison

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    John Tyler

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    James K. Polk

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    Zachary Taylor

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    Millard Fillmore

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    Franklin Pierce

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    James Buchanan

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    Abraham Lincoln

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    Andrew Johnson

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    Ulysses S. Grant

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    Rutherford B. Hayes

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    James A. Garfield

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    Chester A. Arthur

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    Grover Cleveland

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    Benjamin Harrison

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    Grover Cleveland

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    William McKinley

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    Theodore Roosevelt

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    William Howard Taft

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    Woodrow Wilson

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    Warren G. Harding

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    Clavin Coolidge

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    Herbert Hoover

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    Franklin D. Roosevelt

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    Harry S. Truman

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    Dwight D. Eisenhower

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    John F. Kennedy

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    Lyndon B. Johnson

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    Richard Nixon

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    Gerald Ford

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    Jimmy Carter

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    Ronald Reagan

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    George H. W. Bush

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    Bill Clinton

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    George W. Bush

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    Barak Obama

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    Donald Trump

  • Erie Canal Completion

    The Erie Canal, connecting the Great Lakes to the Hudson River, was completed, facilitating transportation and trade between the Midwest and the East Coast.
    Tariff of 1824 (May 22, 1824): Increased tariffs on imported goods, aimed at protecting American industries from foreign competition.