Question

During the American Revolution, the Continental Congress permitted captains of American merchant ships to carry cannons and attack British shipping. What were these ships called?

Answer 1

These ships were called Clipper ships. They were small, fast and highly maneuverable ships. They did not have a great amount of longevity and lasted for a maximum period of two decades. They were later scrapped. These ships were used to carry precious cargoes like silk, tea from other countries.