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Proclamation of Neutrality
Declaring the nation neutral in the conflict between France and Great Britain -
XYZ Affair
A diplomatic incident between French and United States diplomats that resulted in a limited, undeclared war. -
Convention of 1800
A treaty between the United States of America and France to settle the hostilities that had erupted during the Quasi-War. -
Louisiana Purchase
The acquisition of the Louisiana territory by the United States from France in 1803. -
Embargo Act
Prohibited American ships from trading in all foreign ports. -
War of 1812
A war fought between the United States of America and the United Kingdom, its North American colonies, and its Native American allies. -
Treaty of Ghent
A peace treaty that ended the War of 1812 between the United States and the United Kingdom. -
Monroe Doctrine
The doctrine warns European nations that the United States would not tolerate further colonization or puppet monarchs.