Question

The United States was brought to the brink of war with England in 1794 because of:

British seizure of American ships and impressment of American seamen
Alexander Hamilton's war-mongering policies
Edmond Charles Genet's subversive activities on behalf of the French government
Congress' anger at the British retention of total control of the Mississippi River

Answer 1

Hello, the first option is the correct answer - British seizure of American ships and impressment of American seamen.

Answer 2

Answer: the correct answer is British seizure of American ships and impressment of American seamen

Explanation: The British effort to blockade France and its colonies proved particularly burdensome to the United States, resulting often in the capture of American vessels. In early 1794, British actions had almost led to an American declaration of war against the British.