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What type of fleet was Commodore Isaac Chauncey in command of, where Marshall served?

  • Ocean fleet

  • Freshwater fleet

  • Amphibious fleet

  • Submarine fleet

Answer

The answer is the freshwater fleet. Commodore Isaac Chauncey commanded a fleet of ships that operated on freshwater lakes and rivers during the War of 1812. The fleet was primarily composed of schooners and smaller vessels that were well-suited for navigating the shallow waters and narrow channels of the Great Lakes region. The freshwater fleet played a crucial role in controlling the waterways and supporting land operations during the war.
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