To The People Of The United States

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This pamphlet, written by the Board of Commissioners for the Adjustment of French Spoliation Claims, addresses the issue of compensation for American vessels that were seized by the French during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The pamphlet argues forcefully for the importance of upholding American interests in the face of foreign aggression, and provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and economic climate of the period. With its passionate rhetoric and persuasive logic, this pamphlet remains a powerful statement of American values.