Leopard upon the American frigate Chesapeake, in a period of profound peace, and at a moment when from peculiar causes the latter ship was in a defenceless position. This act roused a spirit which nothing could quell. Congress declared war in 1812 against... Voyages to various parts of the world, made between 1799 and 1844 - Page 12 by George Coggeshall - 1851 Full view -
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