JOURNAL ARTICLE

WAR WITH THE USA.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 141. P. 20 1 of 2

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses the historical conflict between the United States and the Barbary pirates, who preyed on trading ships in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Major European powers like Great Britain and France paid tribute to the pirates to protect their own trade interests, leaving smaller nations like the United States vulnerable. Thomas Jefferson, then president, initiated a limited military campaign against the Barbary states to protect American trade and enhance the country's prestige. The conflict was resolved through diplomatic efforts and naval actions, ultimately leading to the removal of the Barbary pirate threat. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/01, Issue 141, p20
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:181744325
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