1. Young Nation Growth through Westward Expansion

2. Jeffersonian Era
Two political parties emerge: The Federalist and the Democratic- Republicans
All three presidents Jefferson, Madison, and Monroe belong to the same party
Today’s Democratic party is based on the Democratic-Republicans
The country grows in size and power during all three presidencies

3. Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson’s theory called “Jeffersonian-Republicanism” guides the president
The Supreme Court becomes stronger
Jefferson buys land from France

4. Thomas Jefferson

5. James Madison France and Britain threaten U.S. ships War of 1812
The end of the Federalist Party
Growth of American Industry
Confirmed the U.S. as a free and independent nation

6. James Monroe
Nationalism vs. Regional concerns
Monroe adds more land
Monroe doctrine enacted in western hemisphere

7. James Monroe

8. Andrew Jackson Regional differences divide country
Jackson is seen as a man for the common people
Jackson passes laws against Native Americans
Jackson is seen as a tyrant and corrupt

9. Manifest Destiny
The U.S. expands through settlement and war
Mormons Migrate west
Texas gains independence
California sees population boom