USA HISTORY

JACKSONIAN DEMOCRACY 1825 1850

JACKSONIAN AMERICA

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*8.31 How did the War of 1812 effect the United States domestically?
A
Although the outcome was a draw, Americans had a new sense of national pride.
B
It created a greater dependence on foreign exports.
C
It weakened citizens’ respect for American naval forces.
D
It decreased the threat from American Indians west of the Mississippi River.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Some of the major effects of the war of 1812 were increased patriotism in the United States and increased respect for the US from other countries. The US military and manufacturing were also strengthened. There was also a decline in the power of the Federalist party, as well as less threat from Native Americans.

Detailed explanation-2: -The War of 1812 had a devastating effect on commerce. The US trade restrictions leading up to the war dramatically decreased American exports. The British blockades and direct attacks on tobacco stores and other US trade goods made it difficult to conduct commerce during the war.

Detailed explanation-3: -The war established clear boundaries between eastern Canada and the United States, set conditions for control of the Oregon Territory, and freed international trade from the harsh restrictions that ignited the war. Learn more about the War of 1812 and its impact on the Chesapeake Bay region below.

Detailed explanation-4: -One indirect result of the War of 1812 was the later election to the presidency of the war heroes Andrew Jackson and later William Henry Harrison. Both men won military fame, which had much to do with their election victories. Another indirect result was the decline of the power of the Federalist Party.

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