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France Declares War on Britain
This was one of the first steps in the war of 1812. When France declared war on Britain, England needed soldiers to help fight. This is where impressment began, stirring up the Americans.
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Mason, Emma. “7 Things You (Probably) Didn't Know about the Napoleonic Wars.” HistoryExtra, HistoryExtra, 7 Apr. 2022, https://www.historyextra.com/period/georgian/napoleonic-wars-facts-napoleon-bonaparte-waterloo-what-happened-defeated-significance/. -
Impressment Image
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Impressment of American Sailors
To increase the number of troops against France and Napoleon later on, Great Britain took to impressing American Sailors to help with their military effort. This ended around 1812, as Britain no longer needed more soldiers. -
Finalized the Louisiana Purchase
The purchase is finalized for the United States, and westward expansion begins. People hear that Great Britain is supplying tribes that are resisting the colonization of the Americans, furthering tensions.
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War of 1812 Starts
After tensions had boiled up, the United States declared war on Britain, officially starting the war of 1812. Although this was the start of the war, tensions were strained between Britain and the United States long before.
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“War of 1812.” History.com, A&E Television Networks, 21 Aug. 2018, https://www.history.com/topics/war-of-1812. -
British Overtake Detroit
This is one of the more significant defeats early on in the war. General Hull used Detroit to invade Canada, so losing the position was a large loss for the American Forces.
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“1812 : General William Hull Surrenders Detroit (2018-08-16).” Michigan Day by Day, http://harris23.msu.domains/event/1812-general-william-hull-surrenders-detroit/. -
Great Britain Declares War on United States
Although The United States had already declared war on Great Britain, Great Britain hadn't officially declared war back until now. This was just another step in creating higher tensions and conflicts.
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Peace Negotiations Start
Peace began to be negotiated between Great Britain and America. This step is a positive step in ending the war, but it takes place in Europe.
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Finkel, David. “The 5 Most Important Negotiation Skills You Must Master.” Inc.com, Inc., 28 Mar. 2018, https://www.inc.com/david-finkel/which-of-these-5-negotiation-rules-are-you-breaking-every-day-hint-its-costing-your-thousands-of-dollars.html. -
Washington D.C. Attacked
The British attacked Washington D.C., burning buildings. This included the White House, where Dolley Madison saved the portrait of George Washington from burning in the fire.
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Magazine, Smithsonian. “When Dolley Madison Took Command of the White House.” Smithsonian.com, Smithsonian Institution, 1 Mar. 2010, https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/how-dolley-madison-saved-the-day-7465218/. -
The Treaty of Ghent
The treaty is declared, and the war is over. However, it would take two months before the news reached America. It's seen as a massive triumph for Americans.
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The Battle of New Orleans
This battle is unique because it happened after the war had ended. The word of the treaty had not yet reached further down south, so conflict ensued. This battle had extreme casualties for the British and almost none for the American troops, led by Andrew Jackson.
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Battle of New Orleans Bicentennial Exhibit Brings Andrew ... - Nola.com. https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/arts/article_b7cb4765-1911-503e-8778-e74e41c56bbe.html.
