10 mai 1801 - The First Barbary War (1801-1805)
Description:
Undeclared US war against the Barbary Pirates of North AfricaPirates attacked merchant ships, kidnapped crews, and stole goods
Gave the US a reputation of not being able to handle conflict well/appeared as weak
After the US was able to put a dent in the work of the pirates, they gained credibility overseas
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
10 mai 1801
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 223 ans
