U.S. History: Early 19th Century Policies

Study Notes

Rush-Bagot Agreement

Limited naval power on the Great Lakes for both the United States and British Canada.

Convention of 1818

Established the border between the United States and Canada at latitude 49° as far west as the Rocky Mountains.

James Monroe

Elected in 1816; he deployed U.S. troops to secure the nation’s borders and interests.

Adams-Onís Treaty

Signed in 1819, settled all border disputes between Spain and the United States.

Simón Bolívar

Known as "the Liberator"; led multiple independence movements across Latin America.

Monroe Doctrine

A significant U.S. foreign policy statement warning European powers against interference in the Americas.
Four basic points:
- The U.S. would not interfere in European nations' affairs.
- The U.S. would recognize and not intervene in existing European colonies in the Americas.

Nationalism

Represents a feeling of pride and loyalty towards one’s nation.

American System

A set of policies aimed at making the U.S. economically self-sufficient.

Cumberland Road

The first federally built road in the United States.

Erie Canal

A significant waterway that connected Albany and Buffalo, New York.

Sectionalism

Refers to conflicts and disagreements arising from different regional interests within the United States.

Missouri Compromise

Resolved conflicts related to Missouri’s request for statehood, addressing the balance between free and slave states.
Key decisions included:
- Missouri accepted as a slave state.
- Maine admitted as a free state to maintain balance.
- Slavery prohibited in northern territories above latitude 36°30'.

Description

This quiz covers significant agreements and policies in early 19th century U.S. history. You'll explore topics such as the Rush-Bagot Agreement, the Monroe Doctrine, and key figures like James Monroe and Simón Bolívar. Test your knowledge of how these elements shaped national and foreign policies during this period.