American History Hit
President Thomas Jefferson
Aug 31, 2023
Professor Frank Cogliano joins Don to discuss Thomas Jefferson's presidency and the challenges he faced. They explore Jefferson's contributions to American history, including his role as the principal author of the Declaration of Independence and his initiatives to modernize the United States. The podcast also delves into the Barbary Wars, Jefferson's complex stance on a big Navy, and his revolutionary friendship with George Washington.
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- Jefferson's presidency saw the acquisition of the Louisiana Territory, doubling the size of the United States and expanding American trade and influence.
- Despite personal reliance on enslaved labor, Jefferson's presidency included the passage of legislation to abolish the transatlantic slave trade, reflecting his opposition to slavery.
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The Louisiana Purchase and Exploration of the West
During Jefferson's presidency, the United States acquired the vast territory of Louisiana from France, doubling its size. This included most of the land west of the Mississippi River. Jefferson sent expeditions like Lewis and Clark to explore and gather information about the newly acquired territory as well as establish American claims to the land. The expeditions were both scientific and strategic, as Jefferson sought to expand American trade and influence.
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