President John Adams decided to handle the French seizure of American ships by sending representatives to negotiate peacefully with France. This approach was part of his broader effort to maintain peace and avoid war, especially given the growing tensions between the United States and France during the Quasi-War period. Despite pressures from some in his administration to take a more aggressive stance, Adams believed diplomacy was the best course of action.
How did President Adams decide to handle the French seizure of American ships?
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He allied with England and declared war on France.
He allied with England and declared war on France.
He reluctantly agreed to the bribes demanded by the French.
He reluctantly agreed to the bribes demanded by the French.
He sent representatives to negotiate peacefully with France.
He sent representatives to negotiate peacefully with France.
He cut back on ship production so the French would have fewer of them to seize.
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