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Cover Slide The American Pageant Chapter 11 The Triumphs and Travails of the Jeffersonian Republic, 1800-1812 Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. Federalist and Republican Mudslingers Alien & Sedition Acts created enemies Hamiltonian Federalists split with Adams (wanted war w/France) Preparations for a war w/France created new taxes Military preparations seemed extravagant ◦ Jeffersonians called his navy “John Adams’s Jackasses” Federalists attack Jefferson ◦ Rumors of his affair with Sally Hemings ◦ Clergy upset with Jefferson for separation of church and state Called him an athiest The Jeffersonian “Revolution of 1800” Jefferson won the election of 1800 by a majority of 73 electoral votes to 65, ◦ Adams got more popular votes, but Jefferson got NY ◦ even though Jefferson triumphed, in a technicality he & Aaron Burr tied for presidency. ◦ vote, according to Constitution, now goes to Federalist-dominated House of Representatives. Hateful of Jefferson, many wanted to vote for Burr The Jeffersonian “Revolution of 1800” vote = deadlocked for months ◦ Alexander Hamilton and John Adams persuaded a few House members to change their votes ◦ if the House voted for Burr, the public outcry would doom the Federalist Party. ◦ a few changed their minds, and Jefferson was elected to the presidency. The Jeffersonian “Revolution of 1800” “Revolution of 1800” ◦ peaceful transfer of power; Federalists stepped down from office after Jefferson won and did so peacefully, though not necessarily happily ◦ Republicans = more of the “people’s party” compared to the Federalists. Responsibility Breeds Moderation Jefferson’s inaugural address: ◦ “We are all Republicans, we are all Federalists.” Meaning that Americans are a mixture ◦ “honest friendship with all nations, entangling alliances with none.” Jefferson = simple and frugal ◦ did not seat in regard to rank during his dinners ◦ Unconventional wearing sloppy attire, started the precedent of sending messages to Congress to be read by a clerk. (instead of appearing there himself) Responsibility Breeds Moderation two Thomas Jeffersons: ◦ the scholarly private citizen who philosophized in his study ◦ the harassed public official who discovered that bookish theories worked out differently in practical politics. dismissed few Federalist officials ◦ (those who wanted the seats complained) had to rely on his charm -his party was so disunited still. Jeffersonian Restraint pardoned those convicted under the Sedition Act enacted a new naturalization law ◦ years needed for an immigrant to become a citizen changed from14 to 5. Abolished excise tax, ◦ otherwise left the Hamiltonian system alone Absorbed the major Federalist programs ◦ showed that a change of power doesn't = disaster for the exiting group. The “Dead Clutch” of the Judiciary Judiciary Act of 1801 ◦ Passed by the Federalists in their last days of Congressional domination ◦ Packed newly created judgeships with Federalist-backing men to prolong their legacy 16 new federal judgeships & other offices J. Adams is said to have stayed up late, last night in office to sign commissions. The “Dead Clutch” of the Judiciary John Marshall (chief justice of the Supreme Court, Adams appointee) ◦ cousin of Jefferson ◦ served at Valley Forge during the war he realized no central gov’t had its drawbacks ◦ he became a lifelong Federalist committed to strengthening the power of the federal government. The “Dead Clutch” of the Judiciary Marbury v. Madison ◦ William Marbury = “midnight judges” appointed by John Adams in last hours as pres. ◦ named justice of peace for D.C., but when Secretary of State James Madison decided to shelve the position, Marbury sued for its delivery. ◦ Marshall dismissed the case ◦ BUT he said that the Judiciary Act of 1789 was unconstitutional, thus suggesting that the Supreme Court could determine the constitutionality of laws (AKA, “judicial review”). ◦ Contrary to the Virginia/Kentucky Resolves Which of the following statements about the 1803 Marbury v. Madison case are accurate? I. It established the principle of judicial review, in which the Supreme Court can rule a law unconstitutional II. It involved federal judges appointed by John Adams prior to his leaving office in 1801 III. It overturned parts of the Judiciary Act of 1789 IV. It was a clear and complete victory for the Federalists, as it made for a more powerful Supreme Court V. It was a clear and complete victory for the Democrat-Republicans, as it denied Federalists control of federal judgeships A) I, II, III, and V only B) I, III, and IV only C) I, II, and III only D) I, II, and IV only E) all of the statements are accurate Marbury v. Madison John Marshall, the Supreme Court's defining justice from 1801 to 1835 Answer: C) I, II, and III only Explanation: As John Adams left office in 1801, he appointed a number of Federalist judges to positions in an attempt to continue Federalist influence. Incoming President Thomas Jefferson refused to recognize the appointment of these "midnight judges," leading to the Marbury case. Chief Justice John Marshall awarded a partial victory to both the Federalist and DemocratRepublican positions, as the Federalist appointees were not awarded the judgeships, but the Supreme Court's power was significantly expanded, as nowhere in the Constitution is it stated that the Court can overrule a law (in this case the 1789 Judiciary Act) of Congress. The “Dead Clutch” of the Judiciary Jefferson’s failed impeachment of Samuel Chase: ◦ Unpopular Supreme Court justice ◦ Tried him for “high crimes, and misdemeanors” ◦ when the vote got to the Senate, not enough votes ◦ Since then, no attempt to alter the Supreme Court has ever been tried through impeachment. Jefferson, a Reluctant Warrior Didn’t want a large, strong, standing military ◦ Believed military could be used agst the people ◦ Reduced militia to 2500 men ◦ navies were reduced a bit to peacetime footing Thomas Jefferson by Rembrandt Peale, 1805 Thomas Jefferson by Rembrandt Peale, 1805 This portrait of President Thomas Jefferson was painted by Rembrandt Peale in 1805. Charles Willson Peale (Rembrandt's father) and his five sons helped establish the reputation of American art in the new nation. Rembrandt Peale achieved fame for his presidential portraits; here he has captured Jefferson in a noble pose without the usual symbols of office or power, befitting the Republican age. ((c) Collection of The New-York Historical Society) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. Jefferson, a Reluctant Warrior Barbary Pirates (North Africa) ◦ Known for blackmailing & plundering merchant ships in Mediterranean ◦ Washington/Adams had bought protection 1801 pasha of Tripoli ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ Cuts down flagstaff of American consulate Pacifist Jefferson forced to act Sends navy to the “shores of Tripoli” fighting continued for 4 years Jefferson gets a treaty of peace from Tripoli in 1805 for $60,000. The Louisiana Godsend The secret ◦ In 1800 Napoleon signs secret pact with King of Spain to cede Louisiana to France The confirmation ◦ 1802 Spaniards at New Orleans withdrew the right of deposit guaranteed by the Pinckney Treaty of 1795 vital to frontier farmers who floated their goods down the Mississippi River to its mouth The Louisiana Godsend The anger: ◦ farmers talked of marching to New Orleans to violently get back what they deserved = war with Spain and France The dilemma ◦ When Sp. had New Orleans, we could use it ◦ Napoleon = military genius, challenging him= war New Orleans Under My Wings New Orleans Under My Wings The French and Spanish developed this port city during the eighteenth century. By century's end many in the United States saw New Orleans as a key to the new nation's future expansion and prosperity. (Chicago Historical Society) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. The Louisiana Godsend The solution ◦ 1803, Jefferson sent James Monroe & Robert R. Livingston to buy New Orleans & as much land to the east of the river for $10 million, tops. Napoleon’s Response ◦ offered to sell New Orleans & land west of it, Louisiana, for a bargain of $15 million abandoned his dream of a French North American empire. The Louisiana Godsend Napoleon’s reasoning: ◦ He had an unsuccessful attempt to recapture sugar island of Santo Domingo. There was a rebellion in Haiti, led by Toussaint L’Ouverture had been unsuccessful, but killed many French troops due to yellow fever. ◦ Napoleon needed cash to renew his war with Britain. Toussaint L'Ouverture by William Edouard Scott Toussaint L'Ouverture by William Edouard Scott With backing from the French, François Dominique Toussaint L'Ouverture (center) led his fellow slaves in a revolt against their French and Spanish masters, driving the Europeans from the West Indian island of Santo Domingo in 1791. Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte double-crossed L'Ouverture in 1802, sending a French army to seize the island. Although L'Ouverture was captured, his army defeated the French, creating the republic of Haiti in 1804. (Amistad Research Center, New Orleans, AFAC Collection) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. The Louisiana Godsend Jefferson’s dilemma ◦ Constitution said nothing about purchasing foreign land ◦ this deal was simply too good to pass up ◦ Jefferson had been a strict interpreter of the Constitution, but he was now using a loose interpretation. Federalists concerns: ◦ normally loose interpreters, took a strict interpretation ◦ opposed the purchase ◦ didn’t want the new lands new lands = new settlers & new states,= more farmers & more Republicans. The flip: ◦ both parties made a full 180° turnaround from their beliefs about the Constitution practical matters at hand Louisiana Purchase Louisiana in the Long view purchase = a precedent of acquisition of foreign territory through purchase. Lewis and Clark Expedition (1804): ◦ ,Jefferson sent William Clark & Meriwether Lewis to explore this new territory Shoshoni woman named Sacajawea joined them 21/2 years exploring the land went all the way to Oregon & the Pacific before returning. ◦ Zebulon Pike trekked to the headwaters of the Mississippi River in 1805-06 ventured to the southern portion of Louisiana, Spanish land in the southwest, and sighted Pike’s Peak. A Map of Lewis and Clark's Track Across the Western Portion of North America, drawing by W. Clark A Map of Lewis and Clark's Track Across the Western Portion of North America, drawing by W. Clark Drawn by Meriwether Lewis's traveling mate on the famous expedition and combining Clark's own observations with those of Indians and explorers, this 1814 map gave Americans their first view of the vast territory purchased in 1803. Clark's depiction of the Rockies was substantially accurate, his description of the Southwest less so. (Library of Congress Geography & Map division) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. The Aaron Burr Conspiracies How low can the Federalists go? ◦ tried to scheme with Aaron Burr to make New England and New York secede from the union ◦ Burr was Jeff.VP during 1st term, but dropped in 2nd term The Duel… ◦ Hamilton exposed Burr’s plot ◦ Burr challenges Hamilton to a duel ◦ Hamilton loses (Burr = murderer) What happened to Burr? ◦ 1806 arrested for treason, ◦ the necessary two witnesses were nowhere to be found. ◦ Escapes to Europe Beyond the purchase… ◦ The Louisiana Purchase = nurturing a deep sense of loyalty among the West to the federal government a new spirit of nationalism surged through it. A Precarious Neutrality An awkward situation… ◦ GB would strike our ships unless we stopped at a British Port ◦ Fr would seize our ships if we entered a GB port. Impressment ◦ illegal seizure of men and forcing them to serve on ships (in this case GB was impressing Americans) ◦ infuriated the U.S. ◦ ~6,000 Americans were impressed from 1808-11 A Precarious Neutrality The Chesapeake Incident (June 22, 1807) ◦ A US frigate, was boarded by a British ship, the Leopard ◦ The Chesapeake was not fully armed ◦ The Leopard fired on the Americans, killing 3 and wounding 18 ◦ GB seized 4 alleged deserters the commander of the Chesapeake was later court marshaled for not taking any action ◦ most famous example of impressment ◦ There was a national outcry amongst the Americans, but Jefferson wouldn’t let it start war. Chesapeake Encounter with the Leopard Chesapeake Encounter with the Leopard A painting of the British frigate Leopard firing its guns into the U.S.S. Chesapeake when the U.S. ship refused to be searched for British deserters. The British boarded the subdued Chesapeake and seized four deserters, three of them American citizens. Americans were humiliated and angered by the British violation of American rights. (Courtesy of William Gilkerson) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. A Hated Embargo To try to stop GB & FR seizure of American ships, Jefferson resorted to an embargo. ◦ Believed that the only way to stay out of the war was to shut down shipping. ◦ Believed GB & FR relied on US goods (it was really the opposite, Americans relied on Europe’s goods). Also, the U.S. still had a weak navy & a weaker army. A Hated Embargo Embargo Act (1807) ◦ What? law passed by Congress forbidding all exportation of goods from the US ◦ Why? GB/FR had been harassing the U.S. & seizing U.S. ship's and men. U.S. not prepared to fight in a war, Pres. Jefferson hoped to weaken GB/FR by stopping trade. ◦ Result? ended up hurting our economy more than theirs repealed in 1809 helped to revive the Federalists caused New England's industry to grow eventually led to the War of 1812. A Hated Embargo Non-Intercourse Act (1809) ◦ After repealing The Embargo Act of 1807, Congress replaces it with this ◦ Formally reopened trade with all nations except England and France on March 1, 1809. ◦ Republican Congress passes it in an attempt to make GB/FR stop harassing the American ships and recognize the neutrality of America. Madison’s Gamble James Madison took the oath of presidency on March 4, 1809 Macon’s Bill No. 2 is passed by Congress ◦ permitting American trade with all the world ◦ promised American restoration of trade to FR and/or GB if either dropped their commercial restrictions. Napoleon took this opportunity (August 1810) ◦ announced FR commercial restrictions had been lifted ◦ Madison declared FR available for American trade Napoleon lied ◦ never really lifted restrictions ◦ US now entered European affairs against Great Britain. Tecumseh and the Prophet New, younger Congress is elected (1811) ◦ Many from the South and the West ◦ Henry Clay (Kentucky) is elected Speaker of the House ◦ Called War Hawks by their Federalist opponents ◦ Meanwhile: Indians in Kentucky were concerned with the FLOOD of settlers moving West Tecumseh and the Prophet Tecumseh and the Prophet ◦ ◦ ◦ ◦ two Shawnee brothers decided that the time to act was now gathered followers urging them to give up textile clothing for traditional buckskin garments ◦ Argued that the Indians should not acknowledge the White man’s “ownership” of land ◦ urged Indians not to cede control of land to whites unless all Indians agreed The Shawnee chief Tecumseh The Shawnee chief Tecumseh Tecumseh and his brother, Prophet, led a revival of traditional Shawnee culture and preached Native American federation against white encroachment. In the War of 1812 they allied themselves with the British, but Tecumseh's death at the Battle of the Tames (1813) and British indifference thereafter caused Native Americans' resistance and unity to collapse. (Tecumseh: Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, FMNH Neg. #A93851) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. Tecumseh and the Prophet November 7, 1811: Am. general William Henry Harrison attacked Tecumseh’s headquarters at Tippecanoe ◦ killed the Prophet ◦ burned the camp to the ground. Tecumseh was killed by Harrison at the Battle of the Thames in 1813 (part of the War of 1812) ◦ Indian confederacy dream perished Battle of Tippecanoe made Harrison a national hero Which of the following was not a foreign policy crisis faced by Thomas Jefferson in his two terms from 1801 to 1809? A) conflicts with the Barbary pirates B) the Leopard-Chesapeake engagement C) the impressment of American sailors by the British D) all trade with Europe being outlawed by the Embargo Act E) British guns and ammunition discovered at the Battle of Tippecanoe Answer: E) British guns and ammunition discovered at the Battle of Tippecanoe Explanation: Jefferson faced a series of foreign policy crises during his two terms in the White House. Naval forces fought with the Barbary (or Tripolitan) pirates, the British interfered with American shipping and impressed sailors, the British HMS Leopard fired on the U.S. frigate Chesapeake in 1807, and the Embargo Act attempted to prevent all trade with Europe, causing economic hardship, particularly in New England. The Battle of Tippecanoe, in which American troops defeated a group of Indians in the Ohio Territory and in the process discovered British arms and ammunition occurred in 1811, during the administration of James Madison. War Hawks Congressional election in 1810, brought new young Republicans to Congress ◦ Many from frontier states Kentucky (Henry Clay) Tennessee Ohio ◦ Called War Hawks because of their eagerness for war w/ GB ◦ Led by Henry Clay (Kentucky) and John C. Calhoun of South Carolina ◦ Argued that war w/ GB was only way to: Defend American honor, gain Canada, and destroy Native Am. Resistance on the frontier The War of 1812 America’s reasons for entering the War of 1812 were: ◦ “Freedom of the seas” – The U.S. wanted the right to sail and trade without fear. ◦ Possibility of land – The U.S. might gain Canada or Florida. ◦ Indian issues – Americans were still upset about British guns being giving to Indians. Manning the Navy, English engraving showing the impressment of American sailors Manning the Navy, English engraving showing the impressment of American sailors The impressment of sailors into the British navy from American ships was one of the more prominent causes of the War of 1812. This 1790 engraving shows an American sailor being seized at gunpoint while those who might try to assist him are elbowed aside. (Library of Congress) Copyright © Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. Declaration of War Madison seeks Declaration of War…Why? ◦ GB delays in responding to US demands over neutral rights…& ◦ Political pressures from the war-hawk Congress IRONY…GB had by the time we declared war agreed to suspend its naval blockade This news reached the US after we declared war A Divided Nation PA & VT joined the South & West in favor of the war NY, NJ & rest of New England voted agst the war. Opposition to the War New England merchants: after the repeal of the Embargo Act they made $ in Europe Federalist politicians: viewed the war as a Republican scheme to conquer Canada & Florida w/ ultimate aim of increasing Rep. voting strength “Quids” or “Old” Republicans: violated Republican commitment to limited fed. power & to the maintenance of peace