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Thomas Jefferson: President, Visionary, and Architect of American Expansion (1801-1809)

Thomas Jefferson served as the third President of the United States from 1801 to 1809, during a pivotal time in American history. His presidency featured significant events, including the relocation of the capital to Washington D.C. and the purchase of the vast Louisiana Territory from France for $10 million in 1803. Jefferson sponsored the Lewis and Clark expedition to explore this new land. His term also faced challenges, such as the duel between Vice President Aaron Burr and Alexander Hamilton, and ultimately, Jefferson’s legacy is marked by his efforts to abolish the slave trade within the U.S.

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Thomas Jefferson: President, Visionary, and Architect of American Expansion (1801-1809)

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  1. President Thomas Jefferson 1801-1809

  2. Capital • The new United states capital was moved to… Washington D.C. • The party members often complained about the heat and insects

  3. The Golden Opportunity • The Louisiana Territory is purchased in 1803 • Purchased from France • Was purchased for $10 million!

  4. Expedition • In 1804 Jefferson sent two men to lead an expedition to the West..

  5. Lewis and Clark’s Route • Meriwether Lewis • William Clark • Sacagawea was their guide

  6. The Breaking Point • Aaron Burr is the Vice President • Burr and Hamiltonhave a duel…

  7. Hamiltonis killed in the duel Alexander Hamilton’s tombstone at Trinity churchyard in Manhattan

  8. Hamiltonis killed in the duel • In result of this, Burr was dropped from the 1804 election • He would never hold office again • Enraged, he went to the west seeking new opportunities

  9. He leased 40,000 acres to train a secret army, in case of Spanish invasion • He was going to claim land for himself, with his 40 (armed) farmers • He was arrested February 19, 1807 on charges of treason

  10. Abolition • In 1806, President Thomas Jefferson abolished slave trade between the states • In 1808, Jefferson would later abolish international slave trade between the U.S.A. and other countries • This was thought by many historians to be his greatest accomplishment as president

  11. Jefferson’s Demise • June, 1826- Jefferson is confined to bed • He contracted Urea, severe Diarrhea and Pneumonia • July 4, 1826 Jefferson dies

  12. Irony • Jefferson dies on the 15th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence • He died a few hours before his rival John Adams did

  13. The End!!! Gracias!

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