What was the mission of the Navy during the War of 1812? Flashcards

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Explain the mission of US Navy Vessels during the war

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Control trade ways
Patrol the coast
Ferry Diplomats around Europe to pay debts to Holland

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Explain the significance of capturing warships and prizes offered.

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Our Navy could resupply their goods.
Seize vessels to build a bigger Navy
Prize money offered for the capture of a Vessel.

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