Thomas Jefferson ceased his opposition to expanding the U.S. navy when the

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Thomas Jefferson initially opposed expanding the U.S. navy, but he changed his mind when the Pasha of Tripoli declared war on the United States in 1801. The United States needed a strong navy to protect its ships and sailors from pirate attacks in the Mediterranean. This led to the development of the U.S. Navy's famous slogan, "Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute."

Thomas Jefferson Ceased His Opposition to Expanding the U