President James Madison did not make a specific arrangement with France to stop the seizing of American ships that aligns directly with any of the options you provided. However, the broader context involves the War of 1812, during which American grievances against Britain—such as the impressment of American sailors and the seizure of American ships—were primary reasons for the war. Instead of an alliance with France specifically against Britain, Madison's administration focused on addressing these issues through diplomacy and ultimately decided to go to war against Britain in 1812.
If you are referring to a general approach during Madison's presidency or earlier interactions, the U.S. did try to navigate its relations with France and Britain, but the answer does not fit precisely into any of the proposed options. Would you like more historical context regarding Madison's policies and actions?
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