Question

How did the United States become involved
in a conflict with Tripoli?

Answer 1

Answer:

due to pirates

Explanation:

many pirates took american ships and demanded a large sum of money to let goods in and out of the marriterean sea. until they finally did not want to pay them anymore and declared war.

Answer 2

Answer:

Muslim pirates operating out of Tripoli were attacking American shipping and commerce.

Explanation: