Which statement best describes the naval war during the year of 1812?
a. Americans won a series of victories that helped boost the nation's morale.
b. Incompetent leadership destroyed the American fleet.
c. The regular navy won occasional victories, but the privateers were helpless.
d. The British overwhelmed the weaker and inferior American fleet.
ANSWER: a
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