Hartford Convention

1. The Hartford Convention
By: Anna
Hour: 5

2. The Problem
Jefferson’s Embargo Act of 1807 and
Non-Intercourse Act of 1809
Re-election of Madison 1812
War of 1812-America was on the verge of
bankruptcy

3. Taking Action
Conference was in Hartford, Connecticut
New England Republican Party’s
federal policies
26 US Representatives
December 15, 1814 to January 5, 1815

4. The Conference
•Against the Constitution, so they met in
secret
•Considered leaving the Union, but the idea
was rejected
•Such matters as the use of the militia were
thrashed out

5. Resolutions Made
Final report made on January 5, 1815
Proposed several constitutional amendments
Thought this would restore the national power
of New England Federalists
Made a committee of three to help negotiate
with the national government

6. NEW ENGLAND JUMPING INTO THE
HANDS OF GEORGE III