045 The New Republic: The Quasi War with France

In less than a generation, France went from an ally to an enemy.
Tired of the violations of American neutrality, John Adams
mobilized the navy to stop French commerce raiding. The new navy
was very successful and created a fleet that was here to stay.
The success of the war at sea is in stark contrast to what
happened on land. The fear of French interference in American
affairs gave Alexander Hamilton the necessary justification to
create an army loyal to him. The political uproar that ensued
emboldened Thomas Jefferson and shattered the Federalist party.
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