Monroe Minute: Minister Monroe

In this Monroe Minute, you will learn about Monroe's divisive term as American Minister to France in the 1790s. At this time, France and England were on the verge of a war that the United States wanted no part of, and Monroe was tasked with keeping the peace for as long as he could. When war arrived, Monroe was recalled from his position as Minister to France under accusations of failing to properly support the American mission. Listen in to learn more about the tensions between Britain and France, and the complex politics back home that frustrated Monroe, and understand why this was such a complicated issue.