1. Lesson 6.4: Causes & Effects of the War of 1812
Unit 6: Foreign Policy
Lesson 6.4: Causes & Effects of the War of 1812

2. Essential Question
How does the Monroe Doctrine demonstrate changing American foreign policy in our nation’s early years?

3. Review 1) What were the effects of the French and Indian War?
2) What were the economic causes of the American Revolution?
3) What were the political causes of the American Revolution?
4) How is Jay’s Treaty a good example of the complexities of dealing with other nations?
5) Summarize what led to the XYZ affair and its effects on American Foreign policy.
6) What issues did the Embargo Act attempt to solve? Was it effective in solving those issues?
7)Explain in your own words the goal of our Foreign Policy from 1789 to 1812.

4. What do you think the “Monroe Doctrine” is?
Key Vocabulary
Monroe Doctrine
What do you think the “Monroe Doctrine” is?
Definition.
Examples/Impact.
Create a test question.

5. Lesson Introduction
The War of 1812 was the second major clash between the United States and Britain in North America. Although neither side won a clear victory, the war gave Americans a strong sense of national pride.

6. Efforts towards Peace
Republican James Madison won the Presidency in 1808 and wanted to avoid war.
He asked Congress to pass the Non-Intercourse Act which banned trade with Britain and France.
The plan was to play Britain and France against each other.
It actually ended up working, but too late!

7. Assessment Prompt 1
Summarize in one sentence how the Non-Intercourse Act is different from the Embargo Act of 1807.

8. War Hawks – The Decision for War
Most people who voted for war came from the South and West.
They were hurt due to British trade restrictions.
Western farmers also blamed conflict with Native Americans on the British.
Many believed that a war with Britain would help the USA gain Canada and end attacks by Native Americans.
There was also lingering anger over the impressment of sailors.

9. Lasting Effects of the War
The Federalists lost popularity and would dissolve forever.
The Treaty of Ghent restored prewar boundaries.
The War of 1812 increased US prestige overseas and started a wave of patriotism and unity.
Era of Good Feelings emerged which focused on strengthening our nation in three ways:
Economically = American System
Judicially = Marshall Court
Diplomatically = Foreign Policy!!!

10. Assessment Prompt 2
Word Splash: Reasons for going to war!

11. Assessment Prompt 3

12. The War of 1812: The First Invasion
Found on YouTube:
First Invasion: War of 1812 (Part One)

13. The First Invasion
Summary
This is a 6-8 sentence paragraph!

14. Nationalist Diplomacy
Following the War Of 1812, the United States began to “flex its muscle” on the international stage!
The wave of nationalism within Congress and among voters influenced the nations foreign affairs.
Under President James Monroe (fifth president, ) the United States expanded its borders and asserted itself internationally.

16. The Monroe Doctrine
European monarchies and Russia’s growing presence on North America’s Pacific Coast worried the American government.
In 1823, President Monroe issued a proclamation that came to be known as the Monroe Doctrine=
“American Continents Not To Be Considered As Subjects For Future Colonization By Any European Power”

17. He also makes the statement that were would be in charge of our side of the hemisphere!
In addition, we assert that we will not get involved in European affairs!
How does the Monroe Doctrine mark a shift in American foreign policy?

19. Assessment Prompt 4
5 Words: Monroe Doctrine

20. Diplomatic Nationalism
The Seminoles In Spanish Florida And Americans In Georgia Staged Raids Against One Another
Spain Couldn’t Control Raids, And Many Wanted The United States To Step In.
In 1818, Andrew Jackson invaded Florida, attacking the Seminoles and removed the Spanish government of Florida.
This action led to the Adams-Onis Treaty in which Spain gave Florida to the US!

21. Assessment Prompt 4: After the War of 1812 (Era of Good Feelings), the USA began to strengthen itself diplomatically (on the world stage).

22. Activity
Create a political cartoon demonstrating the major ideas of the Monroe Doctrine.

23. Journal
Consider the following: In what ways can the Monroe Doctrine be considered a watershed moment in American Foreign policy?
How could Jackson’s actions in Florida be seen as a turning point in American Foreign policy?