War of 1812
By:Carys
Leading up to War
In 1800 France and Britain threatened to take American cargo and attack American ships.Britain blocked French ports so the U.S. could not send goods to France and could not get goods from France.Americans thought British soldiers were sending weapons to American Indians.
War With Great Britain Begins
The U.S. tried invading Canada many times but failed.The war Hawks wanted war between the British.In June 1812,president Madison gave into the War Hawks and congress declared war.
The War at Sea
Even with a small Navy the U.S. had some victory's over the British Navy.An American warship also defeated a British Warship.
Battles On Land
In Washington D.C. 1814, the British attacked and president and leaders were forced to leave.Late at night the British bombarded Fort McHenry.The Americans refused to give up.After that the British surrendered.
The Return of Peace
In 1815 after the war ended everything was back to normal.The New Orleans battle had been a victory for America.