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Why were some Americans against having a standing national army?
They feared it could be used to take away their liberty.
Why had the army disbanded after the American Revolution?
The government lacked the funds to keep the army active.
Which country controlled Canada and refused to abandon their forts in the Ohio Valley?
Britain
Why did some Americans believe that State militia troops were sufficient for defense?
They believed a national army could oppress them.
Why were Washington and many others hesitant to join another war?
Due to the horrors and costs of war they experienced.
Which country was seeking U.S. help in its war against the British in 1793?
France
Why did George Washington announce a policy of neutrality after the United States signed a treaty with France?
Because he believed the United States was not prepared for war and wanted to avoid getting involved in another conflict.
What was the foundation of U.S. foreign policy for the next century following Washington's decision to remain neutral?
Isolationism
What did George Washington's policy of neutrality lead to in terms of U.S. foreign relations with France and Great Britain?
Hostility from both France and Great Britain.
Why did the French view the Jay Treaty negotiated by John Jay as an alliance between the United States and Great Britain?
Because the Jay Treaty violated France's own treaty with the United States.
What was the consequence of the French navy attacking U.S. merchant ships after the Jay Treaty was negotiated?
U.S. merchant ships were seized by French warships.
What unintended consequence resulted from President Adams' attempt to address conflicts arising from the Jay Treaty?
French naval attacks on U.S. merchant ships increased.
Explore President George Washington's foreign affairs during his time in office from 1789 to 1797. Learn about the challenges the United States faced militarily and diplomatically, including the disbanding of the army after the American Revolution.
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