Unit 1: War of 1812-Lesson 7-The Chesapeake Incident (June 1807) Flashcards

1
Q

What year was the Chesapeake Incident

A

1807

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2
Q

British Commander demanded to board the US Ship _________ and seize its goods

A

US Ship Chesapeake

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3
Q

When the Captain of the US Chesapeake refused, the _______ opened fire killing _____ Americans and wounding ________ men

A

British
3 (killed)
18 (wounded)

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4
Q

The US placed an ______ in Great Britain in retaliation

A

Embargo

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