War of 1812

By mhashi01

  • Deal with France and Great Britain

    President Madison told each country whichever ceased to sink American ships would still be trade with the US.

  • British trade embargo

    Britain rejects President Madison's proposal. The US enacts an embargo against Great Britain.

  • Battle of Tippecanoe Creek

    The Native Americans were fighting General William Henry Harrison's men. Harrison won. This battle fueled tensions between the US and Great Britain.

  • War begins

    War is declared against Great Britain.

  • Capture of Canadian ships

    American troops captured two brigs that arrived at Fort Erie.

  • Battle of Queenston Heights

    Americans defeated, attempt to capture Queenston.

  • American Raid

    Raid on Canada intended to prepare ground for a future battle.

  • Battle of Lake Erie

    Oliver Hazard Perry led Americans through the battle against Great Britain. This was one of the biggest naval battles.

  • Napoleon crushed

    Napoleons defeat in Europe allowed the British to commit more troops to the war in the US.

  • White House burned

    British forces capture Washington DC and executive buildings are burned.

  • Baltimore battle

    USA and Great Britain battle in Maryland. US wins, Britain withdraws.

  • Battle of New Orleans

    General Andrew Jackson and his troops of 5000 go against 7500 British troops in Louisiana and once again walk away with a win.