Suspension of the Frigate Construction Program

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Description

Since peace has been achieved between the United States and the Regency of Algiers, the President is authorized to suspend the program for the building of frigates. Since this is such a momentous step with regard to the public interest, Washington seeks Congressional authorization.

Date

03/15/1796

Collection

Document number

1796031593602

Notable persons

U. S. Congress
George Washington
Fourth Congress, Second Session

Notable locations

Algiers

Notable items

frigates
guns
price of labor
galleys
peace between the United States and the regency of Algiers
Act to provide a Naval Armament