What happened in 1807 in America?

In 1807, the United States Congress passed the Embargo Act, which aimed to restrict American trade with foreign nations, particularly Britain and France, in response to ongoing maritime conflicts and impressment of American sailors. The act was intended to protect American interests but ultimately led to economic hardship and public discontent. Additionally, the Act of 1807 also marked the end of the international slave trade in the U.S., prohibiting the importation of enslaved people.