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Proclamation of Neutrality
President George Washington issues this to keep tensions between Great Britain and France at a minimum. -
XYZ Affair
France sends three representatives to collect money from Americans before they will meet with them. Americans find this insulting. -
Convention of 1800
The Convention of 1800 was an attempt to settle growing tensions between the US and France. -
Louisiana Purchase
Jefferson purchases the Louisiana territory from Napoleon of France. -
Embargo Act
The Embargo Act, which stopped trade with foreign countries, was an attempt by President Jefferson to avoid international problems. -
War of 1812
The War of 1812 lasted until December of 1814. This war was caused by the British policy of impressment. -
Treaty of Ghent
The Treaty of Ghent was signed to end the War of 1812. This treaty provided no gains to either side. -
Monroe Doctrine
The Monroe Doctrine was issued by President Monroe and declared to the rest of the world that the Western Hemisphere was not to be touched.