Act Authorizing President to Command Navy for Seizure of French Ships Violating Treaties
Document 1798Congress authorized seizure of French ships who captured vessels of commerce in U.S. waters; a violation of treaty.
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Modern Printed Transcription of Letter/Document
Description
Congress authorized seizure of French ships who captured vessels of commerce in U.S. waters; a violation of treaty.
Date
05/28/1798
Collection
Document number
1798052893600
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Notable persons
US Congress
President
navy
Notable locations
France
U.S.
Notable items
ships