Glossary

Treaty of Paris

Ended the American Revolution and formally recognized the United States as an independent nation.

Trespass

to enter land or property without the permission of the owner.

U.S. Army Ordnance Department

responsible for the production and maintenance of weapons and munition (now known as the Ordnance Corps)

U.S. Census

a population survey conducted every 10 years by the federal government

Unanimous

Characterized by complete agreement.

Unanimous

fully in agreement

unappropriated

Not assigned or taken into possession.

Unionism

ideology supporting keeping the United States unified and opposing secession

Unionism

ideology supporting keeping the United States unified and opposing secession

Unionist

A supporter of the United States staying unified and opposed secession.