ABSTRACT
Monroe and Livingston sign a treaty and two conventions with France purchasing Louisiana for $15m., and thus doubling the size of the United States in May 2, 1803. In 1809 March 1, the Non-Intercourse Act repeals the Embargo Acts. American citizens are allowed to engage in maritime trade once again, but not with either Britain or France. In 1810 May 1, the Non-Intercourse Act is replaced by Macon's Bill No. 2. This restores trade with Britain and France but orders that, if one of the two ceases its restrictions on neutral shipping by 3 March 1811. The British blockade Delaware and Chesapeake Bays seriously disrupting American coastal traffic in November 1812. In 1815 January 8, Unaware of the peace British and American troops fight the battle of New Orleans. In 1815 July 3, Commercial convention negotiated between Britain and the US; each abolishes duties discriminating against the other and the US is permitted to trade with the East Indies.
