Flag map of the united states (1912   1959)

United States Development

  • Proclamation of Neutrality

    Proclamation of Neutrality
    President Washington issued this proclamation in order to remain neutral in the troubles between France and Great Britian.
  • XYZ Affairs

    XYZ Affairs
    The United States was insulted by the French officials attempt to bribe them.
  • Convention of 1800

    Convention of 1800
    A treaty that was signed to settle the tension between the United States and France.
  • Louisiana Purchase

    Louisiana Purchase
    President Jefferson buys Louisiana from Napoleon (of France)
  • Embargo Act Passed

    Embargo Act Passed
    President Jefferson tries to avoid being involved in any international problems by stopping the US' trade with other nations.
  • War of 1812

    War of 1812
    A major war breaks out between Great Britian and the United States because of the British policy of impressment
  • Treaty of Ghent

    Treaty of Ghent
    The treaty that ended the war of 1812.
  • Monroe Doctrine Issued

    Monroe Doctrine Issued
    President Monroe claims the Western Hemisphere, and tells the world "hands off!"