D) Declaring that we were a neutral country that would not get involved in other countries' issues. Before and During the Napoleonic Wars, both France and Britain wanted the US to join their side and fight the other. However, the US chose to stay out of it, so both the French Navy and British Navy began capturing American sailors, called impressment, to fight in their navy, claiming that they were deserters. They also raided and stole ships and cargo from the American Navy vessels and merchant vessels. This started what is known as the XYZ Affair, which was a phony war against France, and the War of 1812 against Britain.
Question 3: There was a shortage of soldiers.
Question 4: Troops were not able to meet the demands of fighting a guerilla war.
When trying to find the meaning of a word look at the words around it, and how it is used or expressed in the sentence.
Answer:
The Thirteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution abolished slavery and involuntary servitude, except as punishment for a crime. The amendment was passed by Congress on January 31, 1865, and ratified by the required 27 of the then 36 states on December 6, 1865, and proclaimed on December 18.
Explanation:
Thirteenth Amendment
to the United States Constitution
