A navy was necessary in the late 1780s for all of the following EXCEPT
A) to project force in accordance with American expansionism.
B) defend U.S. merchant interests around the globe.
C) defend American ships against pirates.
D) protect American merchants form French and British seizure.

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Expansionism was not a major concern in the late 1780s, as the U.S. was still consolidating its territory and establishing itself as a nation. The other three options were all valid reasons for the need of a navy.

A Navy Was Necessary in the Late 1780s for All