USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The outcome of the war helped fuel a nascent sense of nationalism in many Americans. They began to think about what it meant to be American. Instead of identifying themselves as Marylanders, Virginians, or citizens of other states where they lived, people began to think of themselves first as Americans.

Detailed explanation-2: -By 1812, however, a new Congress was in session, and the President, once the greatest of advocates for economic coercion, had changed his perspective by calling for war. The growing tide of American nationalism, in the face of affronted national dignity, carried the nation toward war with Great Britain.

Detailed explanation-3: -James Monroe’s presidency (1817-1825) ushered in what became known as the Era of Good Feelings, based partly on the high level of morale and economic prosperity in the post-war period.

Detailed explanation-4: -Rise of nationalism The year 1815 began a period when national interests began to outweigh the interests of individual states. Having just defeated the British in the War of 1812, Americans shared a sense of national unity and loyalty to their country. They felt secure and began to enjoy a booming national economy.