Historical Spotlight takes a look at a time in history, shortly following the creation of America’s Constitutional Republic, when Americans became really angry at being taxed. Watch our video to learn more about the 1791 Whiskey Rebellion.

This video explores the history of the U.S. dollar from 1776 to the present, seeking to answer the question “What is a dollar?”

Was Shays’ rebellion an uprising by indebted farmers trying to get their debts extinguished or was it a legitimate tax revolt? This video will explore what really happened in western Massachusetts between the years 1786-1787 and reveal how Shays’ Rebellion was instrumental in bringing about the U.S. Constitution.

The establishment of a national bank was a key part of Henry Clay’s American system. This video explores the controversial beginnings of the 2nd Bank of the U.S. to its final death at the hands of Andrew Jackson and his allies. The bank’s constitutionality and economic impact will be highlighted.

In Part 3 of The American System we will examine the beginnings of Henry Clay’s American System and proceed to focus on the divisive nature of the plan. The differing constitutional views between Clay and President Andrew Jackson concerning federal subsidies for internal improvements will also be highlighted.

From the nation’s earliest days, Congress has struggled with the fundamental issue of the Federal government’s proper role in fostering economic development. One early government attempt at this was a plan called the American System.

From the nation’s earliest days, Congress has struggled with the fundamental issue of the Federal government’s proper role in fostering economic development. One early government attempt at this was a plan called the American System.

An in-depth look at the history and controversy surrounding tariffs in the United States up until the Civil War. This is the third plank of Henry Clay’s American System.

An in-depth look at the history and controversy surrounding tariffs in the United States up until the Civil War. This is the third plank of Henry Clay’s American System.

This video highlights the Legal Tender Bill passed by the federal government on February 25, 1862. It explores the revolutionary nature of the bill including constitutional, inflationary and moral aspects.