Embargo Act of 1807: This act prohibited American ships from trading with foreign ports during an attempt by President Thomas Jefferson to protect American interests during times of conflict.
War Hawks: A group of young politicians who advocated for war against Britain leading up to the War of 1812 due to trade restrictions and impressment issues.
Jay Treaty: A treaty signed between the United States and Great Britain in 1795, which aimed to resolve trade disputes and improve relations between the two countries.