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In the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the United States faced escalating conflicts with Britain and France, significantly impacting American trade. As Tripoli demanded tribute for safe passage in the Mediterranean, President Jefferson refused and war was declared in 1801. The capture of the USS Philadelphia by pirates led to decisive actions from Stephen Decatur. In 1807, the Chesapeake incident fueled American rage against British impressment. Additionally, Native American conflicts arose, with Tecumseh's confederacy challenging American expansion. The War Hawks, led by Henry Clay and John Calhoun, pushed the nation towards war.
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C9, S3 • War between France and Britain in the 1790s helped American trade. • Tripoli demands tribute, to allow ships to pass safely into the Mediterranean Sea. A Time of Conflict
In 1801, Jefferson refuses, Tripoli declares war on the U. S. a. In 1804 pirates capture the U.S. warship Philadelphia. b. Stephen Decatur, led a group that burned the ship.
The United States remained neutral, both countries began searching U.S. ships • In 1807 the captain of the Chesapeake, refused to let the British search his ship. a. The British fired, killing three crew members, Americans were enraged Britain and France go to war in 1803.
America was near war with Britain and France over impressment. • Problems also existed in the West, Tecumseh built a confederacy of Native Americans In 1809 James Madison becomes president, faced many troubles.
William Henry Harrison, attacked Prophetstown, a village founded by Tecumseh’s brother. • Henry Clay and John Calhoun were among the Republicans known as the War Hawks, who wanted war with Britain
