In the late 16th century the coast became a pirate stronghold (see: Barbary States).

The article refers to the privateering practiced by the Barbary States as "piracy."

Although President remained in the United States, operations against the Barbary States continued.

He was greatly honored and praised upon his return in Morocco and the nearby Barbary States.

Those opposed to a navy felt that payment of tribute to the Barbary States and economic sanctions against Britain were a better alternative.

The Barbary States, semi-independent countries under Turkish protection, were established in the 16th century.

The United States had been paying tribute to the Barbary States since its independence.

The United States continued to pay other of the Barbary States, however.

Their mission was originally to redeem Christian captives in the Barbary States.

But if he trended to the south he might reach Spain and the Barbary States.