The song was written during the War of 1812; often referred to as the Second War of Independence. ... During the war, which became known as the War of 1812, both countries won several important battles; however, in the end the United States suffered great losses at the hands of the British, Canadian, and Native American troops. ... It is estimated that at least 6,000 men were abducted from U.S. vessels during this period. ... They also thought that Great Britain had never truly accepted America's independence and was using its superior naval power to unfairly take advantage of the United ...

• Word Count: 2117
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The Constitution provided a map out, a guide almost, for the republic, but the administration of George Washington would use it in their own advantage and translate it into a working state. ... Adams and Congress had to prepare for war; meanwhile the French seized American ships. ... Also, the Sedition and Alien Acts were passed during this time. ... Finally, the Compromise Tariff of 1833 and the Force Bill brought both issues to a quiet end during Jackson's tenure. ... During this time there was an inflationary boom in 1837, which resulted in a depression. ...

• Word Count: 1474
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

Alexander Hamilton, the first financial genius of the United States, overcame tremendous childhood odds to lead America through its early monetary decisions and foundations in the time following the American Revolution. ... After the Revolution, the U.S. economy was about $50 million in debt, economic growth was slowed by competitive tariffs between states, American shipping struggled to recover from war, and the Continental Congress was unable to impose taxes. Foreign investors were fearful of the American economy, and American manufacturing lagged far behind Europe [http://xroads html]....

• Word Count: 2366
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

After being elected into office in 1789, one of George Washington's priorities as President of the United States was to select a cabinet. Washington waited to make his selections as Congress created the departments of Treasury, War, and State. His choices were based on talent and experience, not o...

• Word Count: 2273
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

Together their philosophies define an age in American history. ... Jackson, like Jefferson, came into the spotlight during a time of war. The public enlightened Jefferson during the revolution and Jackson during the war of 1812. ... At this time many other southern American countries had their own revolutions and Spain was forced to take their troops out of this region. ... Jackson used these policies to his advantage, gaining followers in the 1820's. ...

• Word Count: 2477
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School