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The Barbary Pirates required that all nations whose ships sailed the Mediterranean pay a protection fee. Jefferson was very hesitant to continue doing this. "Tribute or war is the usual alternative of these Barbary Pirates. Why not build a navy and decide on war?" he had said. Finally in 1801, the pasha of Tripoli had had enough and ordered the flagpole of the American consulate chopped down, clearly declaring war.
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∙ 16y agoI don't think I'm the right person to answer this question as I am currently researching the history of pirates etc. but I found a great site. Try going to http://library.thinkquest.org/J0110360/history.htm It has stuff about the barbary pirates. Hope this is a help :) If you know anything about how piracy in general began and why let me know! :D
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∙ 16y agoIn an effort to end piracy of US vessels, and the impressment of sailors.
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∙ 6y agoThe Barbary pirates were kidnapping American sailors, and holding them for ransom.
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