The Embargo Act of 1807 failed because America hoped to hurt Britain by not trading with them, while attempting avoid war. The Americans thought the British depended on them for Agricultural products, but it was a disaster. It backfired on the Americans when Britain simply traded with Latin America so it was repealed on March 1, 1809.
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promotion of industrialization at home.
Economic problems in America
An embargo, is the partial or complete prohibition of commerce and trade with a particular country. Companies must be aware of embargoes that apply to the intended export destination.
Embargo Act of 1807, the Non-Intercourse Act of 1809, and Macon's Bills
The Embargo Act was unpopular because it restricted American businesses from exporting goods through ports and via ships. The Act hurt trade with foreign nations.
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The embargo act had very little effect on Britain and France.For more information on Embargo Act, visit Britannica.com.Read more: embargo-act-of-1807
Embargo Act
The Embargo Act (1807) was repealed by the Non-Intercourse act of 1809.
Thomas Jefferson enforced the Embargo Act.
James Madison repealed the Embargo Act.
The Non-Intercourse Act of 1809 replaced the Embargo Act of 1807.
Thomas Jefferson's attempted solution, an embargo upon American shipping, worked badly and was unpopular
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The Embargo Act