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The XYZ AffairC’est La Vie
You are VERY nervous about the Social Studies Final. A classmate says that he has a copy and will sell it to you for $25; What do you do?
Gaily Goals
16: Explain the impact of the XYZ affair on the US
17: Analyze John Adams’ reaction to the XYZ affair
Temperatures are rising…France’s Role in the American
Revolution
America’s Neutrality
The Jay Treaty
“Millions for defense, not one sixpence for tribute…”1797 – Historical Context
The French refuse to meet with Adams’ three man delegation.
Just $250,000◦Oh… and we need to borrow some
money…
ImpactFederalists – GO TO WAR!!!
◦Is this reaction to be expected?
Adams – Slow Down…◦Increase Army◦Rebuild Navy◦Separates Navy◦Avoids war with France
Impact of Adams’ ReactionHow will the Federalists feel
about this?
Do you think he will win the election of 1800?
Gaily Goals Revisited
16: Explain the impact of the XYZ affair on the US
17: Analyze John Adams’ reaction to the XYZ affair
