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In what ways is the Amistad incident one of international diplomacy rather than property rights!? I understand the part about the property rights, but not the part about international diplomacy!. Thanks!Www@QuestionHome@Com


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The international diplomacy issue was that of Spain's claim that the Amistad was the property of a Spanish citizen, and as such, that the ship and its "cargo" should be returned to its rightful owner!. Spain would spend years officially pushing its claims with the US Government!. So the diplomacy was an issue of the government placating Spain and its Queen, while allowing the US court system to do its job!.Www@QuestionHome@Com