4.3: John Trumbull and James Madison: The Artist and Antagonist of Jay’s Treaty

Send us Fan MailOne was the preeminent politician of his time who helped shape that America we have today, well-versed in history, philosophy, and political theory.  The other is mainly known as a painter, but an influential one at that.  So what do they have in common, along with their status as Americans?  Well, for our purposes, they each played a role in the stage surrounding one of the most controversial pieces of diplomacy of the Federalist Era: Jay’s Treaty.   In this episode of History: Beyond the Textbook, our last in our arc on “Divisions,” we’ll explore diplomacy through the eyes of John Trumbull and James Madison: the Artist and the Antagonist of Jay’s Treaty.Key PeopleJohn TrumbullJames MadisonJohn JayJames MonroePhilip FreneauGeorge WashingtonKey Events/IdeasJay's TreatyTwo-party systemImpressmentTariff of 1789Pinckney's TreatyWashington's Farewell AddressWe're back for Season Four of History: Beyond the Textbook!  This season will  focus on the stories of individuals who shaped "America's Federalist Era" in the years roughly 1789-1800.  The first six episodes will release every Tuesday from October 28-December 2, while the second six episodes will be released every Tuesday from February 17-March 24.   Catch up on Season One, "America's Colonial Era," Season Two, "America's Revolution," and Season Three, "America's Crucial Years," wherever you listen to your podcasts!Feel free to contact us with feedback or questions by clicking the "Send Us a Text" link or email us at: [email protected]