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Re: Lincoln's War: What were the Options?

They could have attempted to carry on trade as usual and allowed the US Navy or a Fort gun, to board/sink a "Confederate" vessel. This act could have been portrayed as "illegal" and given the South the right to "defend" itself or appeal for international help. (ie. the British)

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