Unit 1: War of 1812-Lesson 7-The Chesapeake Incident (June 1807) Flashcards
1
Q
What year was the Chesapeake Incident
A
1807
2
Q
British Commander demanded to board the US Ship _________ and seize its goods
A
US Ship Chesapeake
3
Q
When the Captain of the US Chesapeake refused, the _______ opened fire killing _____ Americans and wounding ________ men
A
British
3 (killed)
18 (wounded)
4
Q
The US placed an ______ in Great Britain in retaliation
A
Embargo