One important similarity between the American revolution and French revolution

Mirror struggles, Both subverted an existing, monarchical government. Finally, both created ripe conditions for constitutionalism and deep patriotism.
But dig more deeply, and you’ll find that this “same revolution, different continent” concept is not as tidy as it initially appears.

The embargo act of 1807  was a law passed by the united state congress and signed by president thomas jefferson on december 22,  1807. it prohibited american ships from trading in all foreign ports. in 1806, france passed a law that prohibited trade between neutral parties, like the u.s., and britain.