The War of 1812

Impressment

Jul 23, 1805

The British were seizing U.S. ships at sea. They impressed them into the British Navy. The British also supplied Native Americans with weapons.

Monroe- Pinkney Treaty

Jan 31, 1806

James Monroe and William Pinkney negotiate a treaty with Great Britain. It improved trade. The british stopped seizing U.S. ships.

Madison Elected

Dec 7, 1808

James madison elected president. He became the 4th president of the United States. He recieved 122 votes.

Inaugeration

Mar 4, 1809

James Madison was inaugerated. He was the 4th president of the United States.

Brirtish Trade Embargo

Mar 2, 1811

British didn't meet Madisons requirements. Congress passed a resolution. It was the president's embargo against trade with Great Britain.

War of 1812

Jun 18, 1812

The Senate passes the declaration of war against Great Britain. It was by vote. 19 voted yes, 13 voted no.

Massachusetts and Connecticut Refuse War

Jul 2, 1812

The two states announce that the militias will not fight. They did not want war.

Madison Reelected

Dec 2, 1812

Madison was reelected as president. It was for his 2nd term. He got 128 votes.