France’s support of the American Revolution became Private French citizens volunteered to fight for theĪmericans as early as 1777. Rebels to sell their goods in their ports. InĪddition, French Caribbean towns allowed British cargo ships seized by American The Caribbean which provided a neutral location for the illicit trade. Trade ships would leave France with consumer goods and weapons bound for The governors of French colonies were providing support toĪmerican privateers or at least turning a blind eye to the selling of illicit Spies were at French ports reporting on the movement of cargo and ships. The British were working to discourage French support of the Americans.īritish Ambassadors were at Versailles trying to secure support while British The American patriots began soliciting French support inġ774. Supplies, disrupt British trade and discourage British popular support. The privateers were intended to secure needed Diplomats soughtįunding with the promise repayment (Considering) and the potential profit ofīecoming a trade partner. The purpose of the foreign allies was to negotiate support. Shortcoming, foreign allies were sought and privateers were authorized (Stock).
Ships equipped to fight battles or to facilitate trade. The American colonies were at a significant disadvantage Byīroadening the scope of the war, students should develop a broader perspective
Territories engaged in activities which directly affected events of the war. France, Spain, Holland, Portugal and Caribbean Needed to secure military supplies, protect consumer trade and ensure theĬooperation of foreign powers. The American Revolution was a war of political and economicĬoncern to more than the American colonies and Great Britain. The American Revolution: Going Dutch, French and Spanish
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