Why was the election of 1800 an important turning point in American history? This election of 1800 was an important turning point in American history because at the time the Federalists controlled the army the presidency and Congress they could've refused to step down and overthrown the Constitution.
Answer:
Military strength and control of the trade were intertwined. At this time governments restricted which ships could trade with their colonies. Each European power restricted trade within their colony to benefit their own merchants. Conquest of colonies in the Americas led to an increased share of slave trading.
not sure this is correct or what your looking for but its what i could think of
Washington's main strategy was to win by War of Attrition. he would wear down the enemy by blocking their supplies and troops from entering the country. While also using small battles to wear down the enemy overtime.
So the answer to your question would be 4.) to use the navy to prevent British troops and supplies from coming to America.
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