American History Tellers Political Parties - A Tale of Two Parties | 1
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Nov 21, 2018 Explore the chaotic political landscape of early America, where George Washington's warnings about factionalism were quickly realized. The rivalry between Federalists and Republicans began, igniting heated debates and street riots. Delve into the contrasting visions of Hamilton and Jefferson as they fought over the nation’s economic future. Experience the tumultuous birth of political parties, the dramatic 1800 election, and the Federalists' decline during the War of 1812. Witness how these events shaped the nation's political identity and conflicts around slavery.
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Early Political Riot in 1795
- In 1795, a physical clash erupted between Federalists and Republicans during Fourth of July celebrations in Germantown, Pennsylvania.
- This riot illustrated the deep and violent divisions emerging in early American political factions.
Birth of Two Political Parties
- Early U.S. political parties formed around differing views on government power and economy.
- Federalists pushed for a strong central government and industrial economy, Republicans championed agrarianism and states' rights.
Whiskey Rebellion Story
- Farmers in Western Pennsylvania violently resisted the Whiskey Tax by tarring and feathering tax collectors, sparking the Whiskey Rebellion.
- President Washington eventually deployed federal troops to suppress the insurrection, deepening political divisions.