In 1802,President Thomas Jefferson believed that if France controlled New Orleans
A)the United States would be forced to build a new port somewhere else on the Gulf Coast.
B)Great Britain might decide to declare war on the United States.
C)Americans would not be able to settle west of the Mississippi River.
D)the United States would run the risk of war with France.
E)Napoleon would seize American ships in the harbor for his war with England.

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Jefferson believed that French control of New Orleans posed a significant threat to American trade and security, potentially leading to conflict with France.

In 1802,President Thomas Jefferson Believed That If France Controlled New