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The First Years of the Union (1797-1809)

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General Summary

Important Terms, People, and Events

Summary and Analysis

The Election of 1796 and the Quasi-War

The Alien and Sedition Acts

The Election of 1800

Jefferson's Early Days in Office

The Attack on the Judiciary

The Louisiana Purchase

Exploring Louisiana

Further Exploration and the West Florida Controversy

The Coalition Begins to Fragment: The Quids and the Burr Conspiracy

Fighting for Neutrality: The Embargo Act

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Further Reading

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