feb 3, 1807 - 1. Embargo of 1807
Description:
In order to avoid war, Jefferson shut down all exports. This was not the best idea. He failed to change French or British policies. There was a massive decline in American commercial profits. But there was a temporary resurgence of Federalist support in commercial New England.(key concept 4.2, II)Added to timeline:
Date:
feb 3, 1807
Now
~ 219 years ago