The "Chesapeake Affair" referred to the controversial practice of The British method of forcing Americans into British naval service. In 1807, This was a naval engagement that occurred off the coast of Norfolk, Virginia and it was between <span>HMS Leopard and USS Chesapeake.</span>
<span>The British method of forcing Americans into British naval service.
The chasepeake affair brought to an end the practice of British impressionism of Americans sea men. It brought about a major backlash at home and highlighted the heightened rate of conflict between America and Great Britain.
