American Isolationism and/or Expansionism during 1790-1825
- Rosie Jayde Uyola
- Nov 17
- 1 min read
Directions: Evaluate these events that took place during 1790-1825.
Determine whether each event demonstrates American isolationism or expansionism.
Topic | What was this topic about? | Does this topic demonstrate isolationism or expansionism? Why? |
Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 | These laws made more requirements for citizenship, caused deportations, and censored free speech. |
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Adams Onis Treaty of 1819 | This treaty between the USA and Spain outlined the border between the USA and New Spain. The USA also acquired Florida. |
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Monroe Doctrine of 1823 | President Monroe announced that Europeans are no longer allowed to intervene in the Western Hemisphere. |
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Louisiana Purchase of 1803 | President Jefferson purchased land from France and acquired hundreds of thousands of square miles. |
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Seminole Wars (1816-1819) | General Andrew Jackson invaded parts of Florida (owned by Spain). |
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Barbary Wars (1801-1805) | Barbary pirates seized American ships and sailors. The pirates demanded ransom and President Jefferson refused to pay. |
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Washington’s Proclamation of Neutrality of 1793 | President Washington announced that the USA would remain neutral during conflicts between France and Great Britain. |
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