After the War of 1812, tariffs (taxes on imported goods) were introduced to protect American manufacturing from cheaper British goods. The first protective tariff was passed in 181... After the War of 1812, tariffs (taxes on imported goods) were introduced to protect American manufacturing from cheaper British goods. The first protective tariff was passed in 1816, followed by increases in 1824 and 1828. The 1828 tariff, enacted during John Quincy Adams's presidency, aimed to shield the growing American manufacturing industry from British competition. Southern opponents called it the 'Tariff of Abominations.' Tariffs created tension between regions because they raised prices on goods, benefiting Northern manufacturers but hurting Southern slaveholders, who had to pay more. Southerners also worried that foreign countries would retaliate with higher tariffs on Southern exports like cotton. Reduced British imports of U.S. cotton further harmed the Southern economy.
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The passage discusses the introduction and impact of tariffs after the War of 1812, particularly focusing on the first protective tariff in 1816 and subsequent tariffs, highlighting regional tensions between Northern manufacturers and Southern slaveholders.
Answer
The Tariff of 1828 aimed to protect U.S. manufacturing but harmed Southern economies.
The Tariff of 1828, known as the 'Tariff of Abominations,' was passed during John Quincy Adams's presidency to protect American manufacturing from British competition. It mainly benefited Northern manufacturers but harmed Southern economies by raising prices and reducing cotton exports.
Answer for screen readers
The Tariff of 1828, known as the 'Tariff of Abominations,' was passed during John Quincy Adams's presidency to protect American manufacturing from British competition. It mainly benefited Northern manufacturers but harmed Southern economies by raising prices and reducing cotton exports.
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The Tariff of 1828 was called the 'Tariff of Abominations' by its Southern detractors due to its adverse effect on their economy. It heightened regional tensions and was a key factor leading to the Nullification Crisis.
Tips
A common mistake could be underestimating the negative impact on Southern economies, focusing only on Northern benefits.
Sources
- The Nullification crisis (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Tariff of 1828 | Definition, Summary, & Nullification - Britannica - britannica.com
- Tariff of Abominations of 1828 | Definition & Significance - Lesson - study.com
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