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The river was extremely useful for the European conquerors in the beginning of the expedition, but it was also crucial for the invasion of New France by England in the war of 100 years.
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Although he eventually achieved peace with France, the unofficial naval war (Quasi-War) with France made Adams extremely unpopular and largely secured his defeat in seeking election for a second term. He was also disliked for the Alien & Sedition Acts passed by Congress (four separate bills, three of which were repealed during Jefferson's administration); one in particular infringed on the First Amendment freedom of speech rights.
