The Pirate Coast: Thomas Jefferson's Secret Mission of 1805 and the Founding of the U.S. Marine Corps

In 1805, Thomas Jefferson and the First Marines embarked on a secret mission to the Pirate Coast. This mission, led by Jefferson, was the first of its kind and marked the beginning of a new era of American naval power. The mission, which was to protect American merchant ships from pirates and other threats, was a success and helped to solidify the United States as a major naval power. The mission was also a major step forward in the fight against piracy, which had been a major problem in the region for centuries. Jefferson's mission to the Pirate Coast was a critical moment in American history, and it helped to set the stage for a new era of maritime security.