Hartford+Convention+1814-1815

=** Historical Context **= == The Hartford Convention was a meeting between the Federalist party, where colonists talked about issues with the War of 1812. They discussed government power issues such as the 3/5ths compromise, laws restricting trade, and complications involving states. The colonists debated if staying in the War of 1812 was a good idea, or if it would jeopardize their success as a country. The delegates of America searched for ways our country would prosper, == == even if that meant concluding the war with Britain. All Americans strived for a solution to succeed in the war and a way to increase America’s strength. However, the Federalists also worked to strengthen the government's role in America. ==

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=** Thesis **= == The Hartford Convention, a secret meeting held by the Federalists, was used to discuss the risks of continuing America’s involvement in the War of 1812. It resulted in a more distant relationship between Americans because of the strong opinions of the role of government. == = = = Sources =