American Expansion, 1800–1848

It allowed for greater importation of luxury goods from Asia to Eastern cities.

It reduced shipping times and costs between the Atlantic and Pacific coasts.

It decreased U.S. reliance on railroad transportation domestically.

It initiated direct trade routes with African nations.

Prohibition of alcohol

Abolition of slavery

Women's suffrage

Labor union rights

It continued Teddy Roosevelt's approach with its emphasis on military preparedness as key to maintaining influence.

It extended William Howard Taft's Dollar Diplomacy by promoting free trade agreements among powers.

It proposed international cooperation through a League of Nations to ensure peace and prevent future conflicts.

It echoed James Monroe's Doctrine's focus solely.

It allowed them to maintain their sovereignty and self-governance

It resulted in their assimilation into mainstream American society

It disrupted their traditional ways of life and caused significant hardships

It led to the preservation of their ancestral lands

To symbolize American unity and prosperity in the post-war era.

To critique lingering British influence in American politics after the war.

To promote further territorial expansion westward.

To provide a historical documentation of the War of 1812 events.

The U.S economy collapsed completely.

The U.S became an influential world power.

The U.S lost half of its population.

The U.S became a colony of Britain.

The establishment of formal military alliances with other nations to counteract British influence

The negotiation of a treaty with Britain to cease the impressment of American sailors immediately

The adoption of a policy of strict neutrality in all European conflicts

The development of a more proactive U.S. foreign policy stance against European interference

Focus on internal issues rather than engaging in foreign conflicts

Emphasis on defending American maritime sovereignty and rights

Tendency to declare war without prior Congressional discussion

Preference for diplomacy over military measures in international disputes

U.S. involvement in the Barbary Wars

Establishing diplomatic and trade relations with East Asian nations

Adoption of the Monroe Doctrine advocating for American neutrality

The acquisition of territories through the Louisiana Purchase

Advocating for colonial reconciliation due to their British heritage.

Prioritizing naval strength for increased engagement with Britain, reflecting maritime interests.

Emphasizing expansion and addressing frontier challenges due to their Western American identity.

Highlighting the importance of British trade markets, stemming from a Southern agrarian outlook.