Weeks 29/30 History Briefs

Between which dates was the Hartford Convention and where was it held?
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Between which dates was the Hartford Convention and where was it held?
December 15, 1814 through January 5, 1815, Connecticut.
Which states attended the convention and which political party called for the convention?
Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont. Federalist called it.
What was the purpose of the convention?
The New England Federalist Party met to discuss each others wrongs about the war of 1812, and the political problems.
What was the New England states' position on the War of 1812?
It was primarily a reaction from the Embargo Act and the trade restrictions between France and England. The purpose was to use economic force to avoid war and punish Britain.
Which amendments were proposed at the Hartford Convention?
Abolish the 3/5 Compromise, Require 2/3 of the Senate to declare war, Place a 60-day limit on any embargo, Permit presidents to serve only one term, and No president may succeed another president from the same state.
What effect did the Hartford Convention have on the Federalist Party?
It made the Federalist party gone, it was the end of all of them.
Who is credited with coining the term "Manifest Destiny"? What year did this happen?
1845, john Osolovin.
What was the first territory the United States acquired and in what year did this occur?
The first territory of god
What was the next territory and in what year?
Louisiana Territory 1803
What debate was "fueled" even more by growing U.S. expansion in the 19th Century?
the debate of slavery
Which artist created the Manifest Destiny painting? What is the title of the painting and when did he paint it? John Ghost, 1972, named American Progress.John Ghost, 1972, named American Progress.On what date did the Battle of the Alamo take place? In what city?February 23, 1836 to March 6, 1836. It took place at a fort in San Antonio, Texas called the Alamo.What was the Alamo?A Spanish Mission, and also a fortress.How many men defended the Alamo? Who were their three famous leaders?There were 200. Their leaders are William B. Travis and James Bowie, and Davy Crockett.Who was the leader of the Mexican forces?Antonio López de Santa AnnaHow many days did the defenders of the Alamo hold out?13 daysHow many of the Alamo defenders survived the battle?None or a couple.What is the significance of the Battle of the Alamo?It was one of the major battle in texas and it was for inspiration to never give in and lose.Who was the expansionist President during the Mexican-American War?James K. PolkWhat two things caused the United States to not seek statehood for Texas after its independence in 1836?They don't want slaves in and they didn't let Texas be a US state.