The Quasi-War[a] was an undeclared war from 1798 to 1800 between the United States and the French First Republic. It was fought almost entirely at sea, primarily in the Caribbean and off the East Coast …

Oct 22, 2025 · The Quasi-War was an undeclared naval war between the United States and France from 1798 to 1800. Tensions escalated due to disputes over maritime rights and the refusal of the U.S. to …

Mar 11, 2019 · The Quasi-War, in addition to the later Barbary Wars and War of 1812, established the United States as a strong naval power to be reckoned with on the world stage.

Sep 26, 2024 · The Quasi-War, or Half War, was a limited, undeclared naval conflict fought between the United States and Revolutionary France between 7 July 1798 and 30 September 1800.

Commonly referred to as the Quasi-War with France, this conflict was a limited naval war against French privateers who were seizing U.S. shipping in the Caribbean. The Quasi-War is significant as the first …

The Quasi-War, which at the time was also known as "The Undeclared War with France," the "Pirate Wars," and the "Half War," was an undeclared naval war between the United States and France. The …

Oct 31, 2024 · The Quasi-War, though often overlooked in broader discussions of American history, was a significant event that shaped the development of U.S. foreign policy, military strategy, and political …

The Quasi War was an undeclared naval conflict between the United States and France that lasted from 1798 to 1800. It stemmed from growing tensions over trade and diplomacy following the French …

The XYZ Affair was a diplomatic incident between French and United States diplomats that resulted in a limited, undeclared war known as the Quasi-War. U.S. and French negotiators restored peace with …

Jun 27, 2024 · President John Adams and Benjamin Stoddert, secretary of the Navy, led this undeclared naval war, triggered by France’s seizure of more than 300 neutral American merchant ships during …