What role did “privateers” play in the War of 1812?

Question

Responses
A a“national guard at sea” for the USa“national guard at sea” for the US
B they were forced into the navythey were forced into the navy
C they allied with Britainthey allied with Britain
D a volunteer army

Answer 1

A. a “national guard at sea” for the USA

Privateers played a significant role in the War of 1812 by acting as privately-owned armed ships authorized by the government to attack enemy vessels. They were seen as a sort of "national guard at sea," supplementing the efforts of the official navy in defending American interests and disrupting British shipping.