The End of Barbary Terror: America's 1815 War against the Pirates of North Africa

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Book Synopsis: When Barbary pirates captured an obscure Yankee sailing brig off the coast of North Africa in 1812, enslaving eleven American sailors, President James Madison first tried to settle the issue through diplomacy. But when these efforts failed, he sent the largest American naval force ever gathered to that time, led by the heroic Commodore Stephen Decatur, to end Barbary terror once and for all. Drawing upon numerous ship logs, journals, love letters, and government documents, Frederick C. Leiner paints a vivid picture of the world of naval officers and diplomats in the early nineteenth century, as he recreates a remarkable and little known episode from the early American republic. Leiner first describes Madison's initial efforts at diplomacy, sending Mordecai Noah to negotiate, reasoning that the Jewish Noah would fare better with the Islamic leader. But when the ruler refused to ransom the Americans--“not for two millions of dollars”--Madison declared war and sent a fleet to North Africa. Decatur's squadron dealt quick blows to the Barbary navy, dramatically fighting and capturing two ships. Decatur then sailed to Algiers. He refused to go ashore to negotiate--indeed, he refused to negotiate on any essential point. The ruler of Algiers signed the treaty--in Decatur's words, “dictated at the mouths of our cannon”--in twenty-four hours. The United States would never pay tribute to the Barbary world again, and the captive Americans were set free--although in a sad, ironic twist, they never arrived home, their ship being lost at sea in heavy weather. Here then is a real-life naval adventure that will thrill fans of Patrick O'Brian, a story of Islamic terrorism, white slavery, poison gas, diplomatic intrigue, and battles with pirates on the high seas.

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Experience the thrilling tale of America's 1815 War against the Pirates of North Africa in "The End of Barbary Terror". This captivating book transports you back to the early 19th century, where President James Madison takes it upon himself to put an end to the terror caused by Barbary pirates. Join him as he sends the largest American naval force ever gathered, led by the heroic Commodore Stephen Decatur, on a mission to free enslaved American sailors and bring justice to the high seas.

Frederick C. Leiner weaves a mesmerizing narrative using ship logs, journals, love letters, and government documents, providing readers with a vivid and immersive experience. Immerse yourself in the world of naval officers and diplomats, as they navigate the treacherous waters of diplomacy, battles with pirates, and the fight against Islamic terrorism. Leiner's meticulous research brings to life a remarkable and little-known episode from the early American republic.

"The End of Barbary Terror" takes you on a thrilling journey filled with diplomatic intrigue, battles at sea, and a race against time. Discover how Commodore Stephen Decatur employs his strategic genius to quickly deal blows to the Barbary navy, capturing two ships and sending shockwaves through the pirate stronghold. Witness Decatur's unwavering determination as he refuses to negotiate with the ruler of Algiers, resulting in a treaty "dictated at the mouths of our cannon." This gripping true account will leave you on the edge of your seat.

Don't miss your chance to experience this real-life naval adventure that rivals the tales of Patrick O'Brian. Join the fight against piracy, white slavery, and terrorism as you delve into the pages of "The End of Barbary Terror". Get your copy today and be captivated by the heroic actions of Commodore Stephen Decatur and the bravery of American sailors. Order now and embark on an unforgettable journey back in time.

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