The late-1790s refers to the period from approximately 1795 to 1800, towards the end of the 18th century in American history. It was a time of political transition and significant events such as the XYZ Affair, Alien and Sedition Acts, and the presidential election of 1800.
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Federalist Party: The Federalist Party was one of the two dominant political parties during this time. They favored strong ties with England and believed in a strong central government.
Democratic-Republican Party: The Democratic-Republican Party was the other major political party during this period. They were more aligned with France in terms of foreign policies and believed in limited government power.
John Adams: John Adams was the second president of the United States who served from 1797 to 1801. He belonged to the Federalist Party and faced challenges regarding foreign policies during his presidency.