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As England was a world power at that time the American colonists needed assistance in tying up the British sea power because, after all, Britannia rules the waves. The French did this quite handily and were able to harrass the British shipping routes. They were able to run the British blockade to bring the colonists much needed aid. This worked out well for the French because they were able to maintain a presence on the world stage. France also had colonies in the New World as well i.e. the Louisiana territory with cities such as New Orleans and St. Louis.

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