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Which European states commissioned privateers to attack each others’ shipping?
Which European states commissioned privateers to attack each others’ shipping?
Why did Great Britain and France find it expedient to pay tribute to the Barbary States?
Why did Great Britain and France find it expedient to pay tribute to the Barbary States?
What led to the United States' ships being open to attack by the Barbary States?
What led to the United States' ships being open to attack by the Barbary States?
Why was the financially troubled Confederation Government of the United States unable to raise a navy or the tribute?
Why was the financially troubled Confederation Government of the United States unable to raise a navy or the tribute?
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Which Barbary State declared war on the United States in 1785?
Which Barbary State declared war on the United States in 1785?
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