War of 1812
Major Battles and Events
Build-Up to the War.
First we'll talk about the lead-up... Then the actual war's duration.
American Ship, Chesapeake is Attacked!
American Ship, Chesapeake is attacked by British Ship, Leopard. This caused a International Incident.
Battle of Tippecanoe.
The Americans battled against the Indians to the west. They met at Tippecanoe, where the Indians were trying to prevent American expansion, but failed. The Americans had won the battle.
England Burns Down Whitehouse!
England advances and defeats American Forces, then reach the White House. The President fled before they could get him, and they burned down the Whitehouse.
Battle of Queenston
General Isaac Brook is defeated/Killed here. This is a battle taking place in Canada.