The War of 1812
The Americans declared war against Britain because of interferences with American trade in Europe, mistreatment of American sailors, and Britain’s encouragement of hostilities with the Native Americans.
American History
From 1800 to 1945
Preface: the 1790s
The United States gradually expanded, territorially and experientially.
The Bill of Rights is added in 1791.
Banking was an object of great debate: there was no federal bank or currency, and the previous federal bank’s charter had expired.
Economic Growth in America
Slavery
Slavery was an established institution in the American economy, particularly in the South, but many people became convinced that it was an undesirable influence on society.
Western expansion dispersed this wealth, as Americans asserted a right to spread out to places like Oregon, California, and Texas, an idea called “Manifest Destiny”.