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University of Virginia

Miller Center at Uva: u.s. Presidents: James Monroe: Foreign Affairs

For Students 9th - 10th
Read a great summary of U.S. foreign policy in the Monroe presidency. Find out about the treaties agreed to and the unilateral issuing of the Monroe Doctrine.
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University of Groningen

American History: Biographies: Amdrew Jackson: The Battle of New Orleans

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents a short narrative of Jackson's surprising victory against the British in the Battle of New Orleans on January 8, 1815.
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Digital History

Digital History: Defending American Interests in Foreign Affairs

For Students 9th - 10th
A look at the foreign affairs that were dealt with by the Monroe Administration. Read about how the United States gained territory from Spain in Florida, why Russian settlements on the west coast were troubling, and why the Monroe...
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Other

Exchange Club: Jackson's Letter Describing the Battle of New Orleans

For Students 9th - 10th
A letter from General Andrew Jackson concerning the condition and position of his troops and of the enemy nearing the end of the Battle of New Orleans.