War of 1812
What were the three positive effects of the war?
1. Increased American patriotism (Andrew Jackson a hero) 2. Weakened Native American resistance. 3. US manufacturing grew--US was forced to make its own goods
What are the reasons for the success or failure of Jefferson's powerful trade restricions (Embargo Act of 1807)?
1.US Farmers lost markets for their goods 2 Shippers lost major sources of income. However, it did for a time avoid bloodshed.
Why were the British not more successful during the first three years of the war?
Britain was more involved in the war with France.
First Phase of War of 1812-1814--3?
British blockades US coast in 1813
Second Phase of War of 1812-1814--2?
British burn DC, but fail to capture Baltimore
What are the causes of the War of 1812?
British interfered with the affairs of the US. British violations with Americans rights at seas. Britain also interfered with trade by impressment of US citizens.British support of Native American resistance.
Why did Congress declare war on Britain in 1812?
British interference with trade and impressment at sea, also the British took sides with the Native Americans.
What are the reasons for the success or failure of Tecumseh's unifying the tribes to further prevent land loss?
First success was created tribal alliances, eventually failed. After the Shawnee were defeated at the battle of Tipperance, Tecumseh's movement fell apart.
Second Phase of War of 1812-1814--5?
General Andrew Jackson lead defeat against British at New Orleans January 8,1815
First Phase of War of 1812-1814--5?
General Harrison defeats British at Battle of Thames
How did Jefferson react to the attack on the Chesapeake?
He asked Congress to pass trade laws (Embargo Act of 1807) to stop all foreign trade.
What kind of Nation did Jefferson want?
He wanted a nation of independant farmers.
What information did Pike's Expedition bring back?
Important descriptions of the Great Plains and the Valley of the Rio Grande.
Why were US Naval victories early in the war so important?
It made Andrew Jackson a hero, they boosted American confidence, the victory of Thames put an end to British threat to the Northwest and also claimed the life of Tecumseh who died in the battle fighting for the British.
What was an important issue for westerners in the early 1800's?
It was important to use the Mississippi River to ship their goods to New Orleans.
What was the condition of the US military at the start of the war?
It was weak--armed forces had been greatly reduced (Navy=16 ships, Army=fewer than 7,000 men)
How did the Judiciary Act of 1801 affect Jefferson's power over the courts?
Jefferson had less power because Federalists controlled the courts.
Who lead the expedition of the Louisiana Territory?
Lewis and Clark.
In what way was the War of 1812 a waste of time and resources for both sides?
No territory changed hands, and trade disputes were left unresolved. When war interrupted trade the Americans were forced to make many of the goods they had previously imported and there was not a clear winner.
First Phase of War of 1812-1814--4?
Perry's fleet defeats British on Lake Erie
Problem: War in Europe resulted in the siezure of US ships by both France and Britain. It also resulted in the impressment of Americans into the British Navy. What was Jefferson's Response?
Powerful means through trade restrictions=Embargo Act of 1807, US ships could'nt sail to foreign ports and American ports closed to British
Problem: As white settlers moved into the Ohio valley by the thousands, Native Americans continued to lose their land. What was Tecumseh's Response?
Tecumseh worked to unify Native Americans believed tribes would be able to stop land loss by working together.
What happened to our Capitol in the war of 1812
The British burned the Capitol building and the President's mansion, but failed to capture Baltimore.
Why were both the start of the war of 1812, and the final battle unnecessary?
The British didn't want war and announced it would stop interferring with US ships, but message by mail didnt get to US in time, and Madison & Congress declared war. War was over when Treaty of Ghent was signed, but news didnt arrive in time, and the final battle was fought.
Why did Jefferson question his right to buy the Louisiana Territory?
The Constitution said nothing about a right to buy land.
How was the election of 1800 decided?
The House of Representatives had to break the tie between Jefferson and Burr.
What is the connection between the War of 1812 and our National Anthem?
The National Anthem was inspired by the flag that flew over Fort McHenry following a battle with the British, Francis Scott Key expressed his pride.
How did Marshall rule in Madison vs Marbury?
The Supreme Court decided against Marbury
How did the British interfere with US trade?
They clamped down on US trade and impressment.
What was Jefferson's foreign policy plan?
To keep the US from being involved with other countries.
Second Phase of War of 1812-1814--4?
Treaty of Ghent is signed ending war on December 24, 1814
First Phase of War of 1812-1814--2?
US Naval victories boost US confidence.
First Phase of War of 1812-1814--1?
US declares war on Britain June 18, 1812
Second Phase of War of 1812-1814--3?
US fleet defeats British on Lake Champlain
What information did the Lewis and Clark Expedition bring back?
Valuable scientific and geographic information
Second Phase of War of 1812-1814--1?
War in Europe ends--British concentrates on war with US in 1814.
Define Blockade
When armed forces prevent the transportation of goods, or people into or out of an area