Franklin Mint – History of the US – Alien and Sedition Acts Curtail Liberties – 1798 – 45mm – Proof Bronze Medal. Apr. 30 – Navy Department organized; July 7 – Congress repeals treaties with France; June 18 to July 14 – Alien and Sedition Acts passed which were opposed Nov. 16 and Dec. 24 by Kentucky and Virginia Resolutions.