Agenda (All Classes)- (12/8- 12)
Monday
Wednesday
 Copy Agenda
 The Era of Good Feelings
and the Monroe Doctrine
 The War of 1812 (Causes,
Events, and Effects)
Thursday
Tuesday
 Unit 5 Performance Task
 Economic Issues and Policies
of the Early Republic
Friday
 Begin reviewing for
Semester Exam
The Great Seal of the United States
Symbols (just a few):
the unfinished pyramid (strength and
endurance); the eagle (the U.S.); the olive
branch (peace); arrows (strength/ war)
Towards which claw does the eagle face?
The War of 1812
Since Washington’s inauguration, we had stayed on the
course of looking towards peace
By Madison’s administration (1809), we begin to look
towards the arrows instead!
Why?
• Continued issues at sea (Britain and France)
• Troubles in the west (Ohio) and Canada (Britain and
Indians)
But were we strong enough for war?
War Hawks said yes!
War Hawks:
those in favor of going to war!
Why?
 Following conflicts in the west (specifically the Battle of
Tippecanoe), we want revenge against Britain for supporting
Indians in the region!
 If we run them out of Canada, we can take that too!
 They won’t stop attacking our ships and impressing our
sailors!
 If we got to war with them, maybe France will back off/
help us out!
War Hawks:
those in favor of going to war!
Notable War Hawks of the Day:
 Henry Clay of KY (the Great Compromiser)- he’s young
here, we’ve got waaay more coming from him!
 John C. Calhoun, of SC- big talking, trouble starting
southerner extraordinaire! (he doesn’t go away either)
Meanwhile, Northern Federalists were now concerned about
the effect a war (and the certain blockade) would have on
trade!
The War of 1812
As is often the case, both sides were overly
confident of their positions
America thought just showing up in Canada would end it
Britain thought a blockade and a few more soldiers, no biggie!
The War of 1812
3 theaters/ fronts:
Atlantic Ocean and coast
Canada/ Great Lakes
South and Gulf
Although the British had, by far, superior numbers
and training, they were also still involved with
that pesky Napoleon guy back home!
The War of 1812
Atlantic:
British have victories on the Atlantic, and they do
march on and burn D.C. (Aug. 1814)!
however:
Unable to capture any major trade ports
Fort McHenry (Baltimore- Sept. 1814)- not only
do they not capture it, it inspires what will
become our national anthem!
The War of 1812
Canada & Great Lakes:
 Some victories for each side, but no significant (i.e.
lasting) land claims
Oliver Hazard Perry captures the British on Lake Erie
(Sept. 1813)
William Henry Harrison (future 9th President)
continues to make a name for himself fighting the
Indians and British
Shawnee chief, Tecumseh, is killed at Battle of Thames
(Oct. 1813), effectively ending any chance of a united
Indian resistance in the Ohio Valley
The War of 1812
South and Gulf:
 Andrew Jackson (future 7th President) makes a name for
himself
Defeats many Indians on his push south
Defeats the British at the Battle of New Orleans (Jan.
1815) with a “rag-tag” army and stunning numbers
 Best part about this battle is that it is fought weeks after the
Treaty of Ghent is signed to end the war!
#oopswhoknewthewarwasover
(would’ve been helpful!)
Effects of The War of 1812
Winner: Nobody!!
but, things do settle down
cause everybody’s pretty beat down
and Napoleon’s not stirring stuff up
and we’re all just ready for some R&R
Effects of The War of 1812
But still:
Indian resistance weakens after Tecumseh’s
death
U.S. surging national pride after defeating the
British (again!)
Many call it the “second war of
independence”
Birth of the “Era of Good Feelings”
Anti-war Federalists are done on a national scale
(already 15 years removed from their last
President)
The “Era of Good Feelings”
Defined:
a period of national unity and growing
identity existing during President
James Monroe’s 8 years in office
(1817-1825) following the War of
1812 (1812-1815)
The “Era of Good Feelings”
During this period of peace and
unity:
National symbols develop, such
as a rebuilt capitol building and
city, and the appearance of
Uncle Sam as a representation
of the government
The “Era of Good Feelings”
During this period of peace and unity:
People were more trusting of their government,
and looked for them to play a larger role in the
growth of the nation and its economy
The “Era of Good Feelings”
Henry Clay supported a plan called the
“American System”
Taxes on imported goods to protect American
industry
Federal Spending on transportation projects to
improve communication, trade, etc. (roads,
canals, etc.)
A new national bank that was privately owned
and operated, but with shares (a portion)
owned by the government
The “Era of Good Feelings”
Other supporters besides Clay included:
John C. Calhoun
Daniel Webster of MA (had opposed war, but
supported nationalism:
“Let us act under a settled conviction, and habitual feeling, that these twentyfour states are one country”
Familiar terminology (hopefully)
Nationalism:
devotion to a national or ethnic identity, including
the desire for independence from rule by foreign
countries
Familiar terminology (hopefully)
Neutral/ neutrality:
a policy of not choosing sides in a dispute or war
between other countries
Isolationism:
a policy of avoiding political or military
agreements with other countries
Familiar terminology (hopefully)
Embargo:
a government order that forbids trade with
another country
Impressment:
the kidnapping and forced labor into service for a
foreign nation