dec 18, 1807 - Embargo Act
Description:
An act issued by Jefferson that stopped all trades with foreign countries in attempt to punish France and Britain for seizing their ships. The British would seize the ships that were going to give supplies to the French then take the supplies and use the seamen as laborers (called impressment).Added to timeline:
Date:
dec 18, 1807
Now
~ 218 years ago