Map of the U.S. Presidential Election of 1800

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Simeon Netchev
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This map illustrates the fiercely contested U.S. presidential election of 1800, pitting Federalist incumbent John Adams against Democratic-Republican Thomas Jefferson. An electoral tie with running mate Aaron Burr sent the decision to the House, where Jefferson prevailed after 36 ballots, proving the nation could transfer power peacefully.

Behind the drama lay stark ideological rifts: Federalists favored centralized authority and closer ties to Britain, while Democratic-Republicans championed agrarian interests and states’ rights. The deadlock exposed flaws in the original Electoral College rules, prompting the 12th Amendment (1804), which required separate votes for president and vice president to prevent future ties.

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Simeon Netchev
Simeon is a freelance visual designer and history teacher, passionate about the human stories that shape the past. He believes every image should tell a story and invite interaction, while every map should lead on a journey — blending imagination with e

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Netchev, S. (2024, November 04). Map of the U.S. Presidential Election of 1800. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19611/map-of-the-us-presidential-election-of-1800/

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Netchev, Simeon. "Map of the U.S. Presidential Election of 1800." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified November 04, 2024. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19611/map-of-the-us-presidential-election-of-1800/.

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Netchev, Simeon. "Map of the U.S. Presidential Election of 1800." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 04 Nov 2024, https://www.worldhistory.org/image/19611/map-of-the-us-presidential-election-of-1800/. Web. 15 Jun 2025.

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