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The War of 1812: In the War of 1812, the United States declared war on the greatest naval power in the world, Great Britain. The war lasted for over two and a half years and the Treaty of Ghent formally ended the war on February 18, 1815. The main causes for the war were rules made by Britain that stopped America from trading freely with Europe, and the Royal Navy’s habit of taking American sailors from their ships to work on British ships, which didn’t have enough crew. In this article, we will look into the War of 1812 in detail, its meaning, history, causes, summary, effects, etc. Table of Content What was the War of 1812?The War of 1812 was a conflict between two nations, The United States and Great Britain. The United States was young and disorganized at that time having a small army, and fewer resources to tackle such a great power. However, the Americans still managed two appreciable victories over the British in battles on or near Lake Erie at the end of 1813. Britain was mainly concerned with its conflict with Napoleon Bonaparte’s France, which also became a major reason for disturbing the peace between the US and Britain. History of the War of 1812After the American Revolution, the United States and Great Britain were barely on good terms. The United States had accepted aid from France to achieve victory, but France and Great Britain were longtime enemies. In the early 1800s, Britain implemented military strategies during the Napoleonic Wars to weaken France which led to an increase in conflicts between the two nations again. Britain was mainly concerned with its conflict with Napoleon Bonaparte’s France. Hence, some measures were taken which were against America’s national pride, to prevent the United States from providing France with supplies, or support. Those actions of the British became a major reason for disturbing the peace between the US and Britain. Hence the War of 1812 took place. Causes of the War of 1812After the American Revolution, the United States and Great Britain were barely on good terms. The United States had accepted aid from France to achieve victory, but France and Great Britain were longtime enemies. In the early 1800s, Britain implemented military strategies during the Napoleonic Wars to weaken France which led to an increase in tensions between the two nations again. Hence the following measures were taken to prevent the United States from providing France with aid, supplies, or support:
Timeline of the War of 1812
Who Fought the War of 1812?The capture of American ships and sailors, combined with the British support of Tecumseh’s revolt, led to discussions in Congress for war against Great Britain. Many Federalists opposed the war since they believed it would disturb the naval trade on which major northeastern businesses depended. However, at last, Congress approved the president’s decision to declare war against Britain in June 1812. The “war hawks,” led by Henry Clay from Kentucky and John C. Calhoun from South Carolina, actively supported the idea of war, they proclaimed that they would not tolerate these British insults to American honour. The US military strategy focused on capturing parts of Canada in the hopes of forcing British compromise. The United States had fewer resources and a small army. However, they still managed two appreciable victories over the British in the fall of 1813. Tecumseh, who was fighting from the British side, was killed and Native American resistance was crushed in the Battle of the Thames. Andrew Jackson led the Battle of New Orleans and became a national hero after his victory in the Battle. When did the War of 1812 End?The war ended on February 18, 1815. When the war with France ended in April 1814, then the British were able to focus on their war with the United States. US President James Madison’s demands, which were, the return of trading rights and the end of impressment, were fulfilled because, with the British no longer at war with France, these actions were stopped. Hence, on 18 February 1815, the two nations signed the Treaty of Ghent and declared peace. Who Won the War of 1812?No one won the war. The War of 1812 ended in a draw. The Treaty of Ghent was signed in Belgium and announced on February 18, 1815, after both nations had signed it. Effects of the War of 1812The war affected both nations, especially the United States, negatively and positively. Both nations suffered great losses. Here are some of the negative outcomes of the war:
With the negative effects of war such as deaths, injuries, and economic problems, the war ended with some good effects, mainly for the United States. Which are mentioned below.
Summary of the War 1812 (1812 -1815)The War of 1812 is summarized in the table below:
Conclusion – The War of 1812In the War of 1812, the United States fought against the greatest naval power in the world, Great Britain, which had a great impact on the future of America. The main causes of the war were the British restricting U.S. trade, and the Royal Navy’s impressment of American sailors. The United States suffered many major losses by British, Canadian, and Native Americans in the War, which included the burning of the United States’ capital, Washington D.C., in 1814. But, America was able to fight with the British in New York, Baltimore, and New Orleans. The Treaty of Ghent on February 17, 1815, ended the war. Many Americans celebrated the War of 1812 as a “second war of independence,” showing feelings of love and national pride toward their country.
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