2 sept. 1815 - Second Barbary War as a result of unprotected merchant ships in the Mediterranean during the War of 1812
Description:
US forces seize prisoners, holding hundreds of Algerians captive while negotiationg a treaty that forever freed the US from having to pay tributes for passage in the Mediterranean. Helped reaffirm American sovereignty, as well as its commitment to freedom of the seas.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
2 sept. 1815
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 210 ans