Delinquent act is an act committed by a juvenile, that if committed by an adult would be a petty offense or a criminal offense. A status offense is an action that is prohibited only to a certain class of people, like minors; for example running away from home. Delinquent child refers to the child of certain age who has violated a criminal law.
The Tariff of 1816, also known as the Dallas Tariff, is notable as the first tariff passed by Congress with an explicit function of protecting U.S. manufactured items from overseas competition.
Prior to the War of 1812, tariffs had primarily served to raise revenues to operate the national government. Another unique aspect of the tariff was the strong support it received from Southern states. Make foreign goods more expensive and promote American industry.
The allies used convoys to escort merchant ships and minefields to stop ships heading to the North Atlantic