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How much did the U.S. pay for the Louisiana Territory?

During the 1796 presidential election, John Adams, representing the Federalist Party, defeated Thomas Jefferson of the Democratic-Republican Party. As we covered in class, Adams eventually lost his bid for reelection, while Jefferson went on to serve two terms as president. A notable aspect of this period is the electoral maps of 1796 and 1804. What explanations can you provide for Thomas Jefferson’s success in winning northern states despite being a Southern Democratic-Republican? Election of 1796 Election of 1796 Election of 1804 Election of 1804

Why was the territory of Missouri causing problems in 1819?

Thomas Jefferson was the person most responsible for the ideas of the –

What Mexican law closed the border of Texas?

Federalists sided with which country; referring to foreign policy.

Which “Texas Hero” is taken captive before the Texas Revolution even begins?

Since 1492, Spain has been in control of what is now present-day Mexico. In what year did Mexico achieve their independence from Spain?

Which American figure was NOT considered a part of the Nationalist movement that occurred right after the War of 1812?

What problem occurred during the Presidential Election of 1800?