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Joseph R. Hughes: How a ship became an ambassador
Joseph R. Hughes, The Examiner Nov 21, 2007 3:00 AM (762 days ago)BALTIMORE During the War of 1812, President James Madison attempted to offset the small size of the U.S. Navy by issuing Letters of Marque and Reprisal to private ship owners. This document granted its holder the right to arm his vessel and act as a privateer.
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