THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
JAMES MADISON AFTER THE WAR OF 1812 THE ERA OF GOOD FEELINGS
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increased national pride
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economic prosperity & success
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war with most nations
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decreasing use of slaves on plantations
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Detailed explanation-1: -The “Era of Good Feeling” refers to a period in U.S. history from about 1815 until about 1825, characterized by a sense of optimism and positivity. The era is closely associated with the presidency of James Monroe, who served two terms from 1817 to 1825.
Detailed explanation-2: -Because of westward expansion and economic prosperity, the years immediately following the war would be labeled as the Era of Good Feelings.
Detailed explanation-3: -When Madison’s second term ended in early 1817, he was succeeded by Monroe, who served two terms as president from 1817 to 1825. James Monroe’s tours of the states in 1817 and 1819 set the tone for the Era of Good Feelings and produced its name.
Detailed explanation-4: -Historians’ use of the term for American history between 1815 and 1825 is, however, somewhat misleading, because the entire period cannot be considered an era of “good feeling.” The period indeed started on positive notes.