1. The Era of Good Feelings and the Rise of American Nationalism (1815-1824)
J.A.SACCO

2. > Rise of Nationalism Period was a direct result of the War of 1812
National Interests
Sectional Interests
How did the War of 1812 give rise to American nationalism?

3. The Monroe Administration (1817-1825)
James Monroe elected twice, unanimously in 1820.
Federalist Party?

4. The Monroe Administration (1817-1825)
“Nationalized” the Democratic-Republican Party
Abandoned the idea of states rights/strict interpretation of Jefferson years to support a policy that would strengthen the national government. “Out federalized the Federalists”
Increase the size of the navy
Support a vigorous economic system called the American System

5. The American System
Sponsored by Henry Clay and supported by ALL sections of the nation.
North would produce manufactured goods
South/West would provide agricultural goods
Created a system of self-sufficiency in three parts!

6. The American System
Protective Tariff of Northern goods protected from cheap British imports (textile/iron products). Even John C. Calhoun supported it.

8. The American System
Second Bank of the U.S.- Would restore sound banking system/stable currency. Would keep inflation down by regulating state banks. 20 yr. re-charter, run privately, 20% stock owned by U.S. government. Stock set at $35 million.

9. The American System
National Road- linked East/West from Cumberland,

10. The American System
Erie Canal (1825) – Linked Hudson R. to L. Erie. The cities of Albany to Buffalo.

11. The American System
Steamboats used on the Miss. R. to haul cargo.