Journal 9/15 Grab a whiteboard and a marker In your journal, write what the word Nationalism means to you

The War of 1812: Causes and Effects A. CAUSES 1. British impressment of American sailors 2. International conflicts over commerce 3. British military aid to Native Americans on the Northwest Territory frontier B. EFFECTS 1. Foreign respect for the U.S. 2. National pride – Can defeat the British and creation of the national anthem! 3. Increase in American manufacturing. 4. Less Native American resistance and forced west of Mississippi 3

The Monroe Doctrine issued in 1823: warned European Powers about future colonies in the Americas stating “the American continents are no longer subjects for any new European colonial establishments”

The rise of Nationalism The belief that a people’s greatest loyalty should be to a nation of people who share a common culture, language, religion, ethnic, or historical background. NATIONalism. The interest of the whole nation comes before individuals or sections. Nationalism can, at the same time, take the form of pride in your country What are some examples of nationalism today?

STATES RIGHTS and The Extension of Slavery As new territories entered, southerners did not want the balance of power in Congress (The House and The Senate). They sought to extend slavery westward while the free states sought to stop it’s spread. From 1820 to 1850 new states were brought in together 1 slave/ 1 free. The Missouri Compromise (1820) made this arrangement law.

Rise to sectionalism Belief that one’s own section, or region, of a country is more important than the whole. What are some examples of sectionalism today? (Think about the warm up)

Quick write (Check for Understanding) How does nationalism differ from sectionalism? What is the big issue revolving around the Missouri Compromise that led to a rise in sectionalism?

North Economy: +/- Northern Economy: Strengths 1. The north had just experienced an Industrial Revolution, and was producing manufactured goods. 2. New methods of transportation that brought goods to and from the manufacturing north. 3. A new, national currency that enabled the north to trade with the south and west. Northern Economy: Weaknesses 1. Poor soil, low crop production, few livestock.

Southern/Western Economy: +/- Southern/Western Economy: Strengths 1. Good and rich soil for plantation farming. 2. Increased slavery, increased productivity. 3. Use of the Mississippi River for transportation of goods between the north and south economies. Southern/Western Economy: Weaknesses 1. No factories for manufacturing goods. 2. Heavy, intense labor needed to run the plantations smoothly in the south.

Venn Diagram: North v. South Task: Compare and contrast the northern and southern economies using a Venn diagram. You should include at least three differences and three similarities between the two economies. Make a concluding statement about the similarities and differences of the two economies. Share the conclusion with your reading partner.

Checking for Understanding Describe what the Missouri Compromise did for the United States.

What do you see in this picture? Provide symbols and examples. Why do you think this is happening?

“Manifest Destiny” Coined in 1845 Belief that God had destined the U.S. to reach the Pacific Justified westward expansion Would require the subjugation of Native Americans and “taming” of the landscape Westward the Course of Empire Takes Its Way, a painting influenced by the idea of Manifest Destiny

Journal 9/16 What motivations do you think Americans had to settle the western part of the United States?

Indian Removal Pressure increased on Native American territory Indian Removal Act of 1830 Forced relocation to Oklahoma Territory Trail of Tears A map showing the major tribes and the routes by which the government relocated them

Trail of Tears It was an 800 mile trip made by steamboat, railroad, and on foot Many people died in the winter. The Cherokee were stripped of their possessions ¼ of the tribe died.

Indian Removal Act Document Analysis Document A and B: Answer the questions in your notebook. Why were these men in favor/against Indian Removal?

Burnett’s Story of the Trail of Tears How does Burnett describe the Trail of Tears? How does he describe Andrew Jackson and his dealings with the Cherokee?

In 1821, Mexico won independence from Spain

Rising Tensions in Texas In 1829, the Mexican government outlawed slavery. The American settlers wanted to keep their slaves so they could grow cotton. The Americans also didn’t want to learn Spanish or follow Mexican laws. Very few settlers had converted to Catholicism.

1. In 1829, the Mexican government closed the state to further American immigration. 2. Texans had to start paying taxes for the first time. 3. Texans began talk of breaking away from Mexico. 4. Santa Anna led 6,000 troops to Texas to put down the revolt.

The Alamo 7. The first battle between the Texans and Mexicans took place at on old mission that was used as a fort. It was called the Alamo.

The Fight for the Alamo 9. There were only 183 Texans guarding the Alamo. The Mexican army had 1,800 men. The Texans held the Alamo for twelve days. On the thirteenth day, Santa Anna ordered his men to storm the fortress. When it was over, all but five Texans were dead. The men not killed in the battle were executed by Santa Anna. Texans were shocked by the slaughter at the Alamo and vowed to fight for their freedom.

The Mexican War ( )

Treaty of Guadalupe-Hidalgo, 1848  Mexico gave up claims to Texas above the Rio Grande River.  Mexico gave the U. S. California and New Mexico.  U. S. gave Mexico $15,000,000 and agreed to pay the claims of American citizens against Mexico (over $3,500,000).  Mexico gave up claims to Texas above the Rio Grande River.  Mexico gave the U. S. California and New Mexico.  U. S. gave Mexico $15,000,000 and agreed to pay the claims of American citizens against Mexico (over $3,500,000). The Treaty was forced on Mexico!

Results of the Mexican War? The 17-month war cost $100,000,000 and 13,000+ American lives (mostly of disease). New territories were brought into the Union which forced the explosive issue of SLAVERY to the center of national politics. These new territories would upset the balance of power between North and South. Manifest Destiny partially realized. The 17-month war cost $100,000,000 and 13,000+ American lives (mostly of disease). New territories were brought into the Union which forced the explosive issue of SLAVERY to the center of national politics. These new territories would upset the balance of power between North and South. Manifest Destiny partially realized.

California Gold Rush When gold was discovered in California in 1849, thousands of people moved west. Gold prospectors were known as “forty-niners”. The population exploded and California became culturally diverse.

Why did Mormons move west? The Mormons moved west to escape religious persecution

Why did people move and settle out west? 1.Escape religious persecution (like the Mormons) 2.Find new markets for commerce 3.Claim land for farming, ranching, and mining 4.Seek new employment opportunities 5.Escape debt and financial problems