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What was the result of the embargo Jefferson declared against Britain in 1807?
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The embargo Jefferson declared against Britain in 1807 had several effects. It was intended to pressure Britain and France to respect American neutrality during the Napoleonic Wars, but it ended up hurting the American economy instead. The embargo caused a significant decline in American exports, leading to a depression in the United States with widespread unemployment and economic hardship. Smuggling also increased as Americans sought to bypass the embargo, undermining its effectiveness. Ultimately, the embargo was seen as a failure and was repealed in 1809.