Embargo act
jefferson wanted to declare an embargo in order to keep America Neutral. jefferson wanted to stay out of the war between France a Britain, and by declaring an embargo he would not trade with either sides, this way he would not have to choose sides.
Thomas Jefferson enforced the Embargo Act.
Thomas Jefferson was president when the Embargo Act of 1807 was passed.
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To prevent the british impressment of American sailors- novanet
To prevent the british impressment of American sailors- novanet
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Jefferson preferred the embargo act of 1807 to because he hoped that it would prevent a war between the United States and Britain.
Thomas Jefferson was known for passing the Embargo Act of 1807. There is other little acts such as the Supplementary which can be found in the Embargo Act.