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What did the embargo act of 1807 do?

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It prohibited Americans from exporting goods to all foreign countries. definitely the answer -James Cox

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What was the Embargo Act in 1807?
The Embargo Act of 1807 was when Thomas Jefferson signed the a bill that prohibited ships that were destined for other countries from leaving the United States.
Who imposed the Embargo Act of 1807?
british and french
What was the effect of the embargo act of 1807?
The effects of the Embargo Act of 1807 are; 1. American ships were no longer allowed to sail to foreign ports. 2. the act closed American ports to British ships.
What was the advantage of the embargo act of 1807?
The Embargo Act of 1807 boosted American manufacturing. Beyond that, it was a complete failure of foreign policy.
What replaced the Embargo Act of 1807?
The Non-Intercourse Act was passed in 1809 and replaced the Embargo Act of 1807. According to the Embargo Act, the United States was prohibited from exporting goods to any country. The Embargo Act...