Relate the Monroe Doctrine and Adams-Onis Treaty to the theme of post-War of 1812 nationalism. How does each express the self-confidence and patriotism of the nation in the late eighteen-teens?
What will be an ideal response?
ANSWER
Consider: Secretary of State Adams was confident enough to use the Jackson episode in Florida as a threat to get Spain to relinquish Florida to the United States. The United States was confident enough to reject a joint declaration with Britain and unilaterally issue the Monroe Doctrine.
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