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Africa and the American Flag

By Andrew H. Foote
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The author recounts a maritime mission along the West African coast undertaken to enforce anti–slave-trade measures and safeguard commerce, combining operational narrative with vivid onshore observations. Shipboard duties, interceptions, and local encounters illustrate the practical difficulties of patrolling the coast, while extended chapters examine indigenous slavery and foreign trafficking, coastal piracy, geography, natural history, languages, social institutions, and the effects of colonization by resettled populations. Statistical details, ethnographic sketches, and anecdotal incidents are woven together to present a multifaceted portrait of regional conditions and the interactions between seafaring forces and the societies they contact.

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Andrew H. Foote

Andrew H. Foote was an American author known for his work in the 19th century, particularly in the realm of political and historical commentary. His notable book, "Africa and the American Flag," explores the complex relationship between the United States and Africa, reflecting on themes of imperialism and national identity. Foote's writing contributes to the understanding of American foreign policy during a pivotal time in history, offering insights into the motivations behind American interests in Africa.

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