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1 day ago · The War of 1812 was fought by the United States and its allies against the United Kingdom and its allies in North America. It began when the United States declared war on Britain on 18 June 1812.
- 18 June 1812 – 17 February 1815, (2 years, 7 months, 4 weeks and 2 days)
- Inconclusive
May 1, 2024 · In the years leading up to the War of 1812, the United States experienced high levels of partisanship and political discord, especially regarding foreign policy. Those who favored a more aggressive foreign policy, mainly members of the Democratic-Republican Party, became known as “War Hawks.”
2 days ago · According to Matthew Warshauer, the Battle of New Orleans meant, "defeating the most formidable army ever arrayed against the young republic, saving the nation’ s reputation in the War of 1812, and establishing [Jackson] as America ’ s preeminent hero."
- January 8, 1815
- American victory
May 2, 2024 · Battle of Plattsburgh, battle during the War of 1812, fought on September 6–11, 1814, by land and naval forces of Britain and the United States. The battle resulted in an important American victory on Lake Champlain, one that likely saved New York from British invasion by way of the Hudson River valley.
Apr 30, 2024 · American embargoes attempted to peacefully achieve foreign policy goals and restore free trade. Unfortunately, the embargoes failed to prevent the War of 1812, and peace would not be restored between the United States and Britain until early 1815.
May 15, 2024 · Tecumseh, Shawnee Indian chief, orator, military leader, and advocate of intertribal Indian alliance who directed Indian resistance to white rule in the Ohio River valley. In the War of 1812 he joined British forces for the capture of Detroit and the invasion of Ohio.
May 13, 2024 · Click the title for location and availability information. Collection of the official accounts, in detail, of all the battles ... fought by sea and land, between the navy and army of the United States and the navy and army of Great Britain, during the years 1812, 13, 14, & 15.
