Question

What was the main purpose of the Hartford Convention?


to strengthen the Federalists
to strengthen the Federalists

to protest the war with Britain
to protest the war with Britain

to demand protection of New England ports
to demand protection of New England ports

to demand that new states not be made out of newly acquired land

Answer 1

The main purpose of the Hartford Convention was **to protest the war with Britain**. The convention, held by New England Federalists in 1814-1815, addressed grievances related to the War of 1812 and the negative impact it had on the New England economy. The delegates discussed a range of issues, including the possibility of secession, but the primary focus was on addressing the war and its effects on their region.