MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800
THOMAS JEFFERSON
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was an effort to increase trade.
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created alliances with European nations.
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resulted in a better American economy.
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halted trade with other nations.
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Detailed explanation-1: -At Jefferson’s request the two houses of Congress considered and passed the Embargo Act quickly in December 1807. All U.S. ports were closed to export shipping in either U.S. or foreign vessels, and restrictions were placed on imports from Great Britain.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Embargo Act was an 1807 law that was implemented by Thomas Jefferson during his presidency. Jefferson’s Embargo Act outlawed trade between America and any foreign port, effectively closing in the American economy.
Detailed explanation-3: -Economically, the embargo devastated American shipping exports and cost the American economy about 8 percent in decreased gross national product in 1807. With the embargo in place, American exports declined by 75%, and imports declined by 50%-the act did not completely eliminate trade and domestic partners.
Detailed explanation-4: -Passed on December 22, 1807, the Act did the following: An embargo was laid on all ships and vessels under US jurisdiction. All ships and vessels were prevented from obtaining clearance to undertake in voyages to foreign ports or places.