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France declares war
Wanted freedom from British rule, and wanted to run themselves. -
James Madison is sworn in as president.
James Madison is sworn in as the 4th President of the United States. Madison played a huge role in the creation of America, and helped to push it along through its early years. Became first president to declare war. Also was the first president to ride into battle while in office. -
United States declares war on Britain
Europe was limiting their trade and Britain was stealing their sailors, and the US wanted to expand territories. -
US invades Canada
General William Hull invades Canada from Detroit, but will gain little ground and will eventually be forced to retreat. -
Britain declares war on the US
After nearly a year of fighting, British government finally officially declares war on the United States of America. -
James Madison inaugurated for second term
While at war with Great Britain, James Madison inaugurated for second term as the president of the United States of America. -
First lines of Star Spangled Banner are written
Francis Scott Key watches the battle of Fort Henry unfold, and writes the Star Spangled Banner talking about America and their values. -
British ratify the treaty
The Treaty of Ghent is ratified by the British government, now just waiting for the American senate. -
US ratifies the treaty
After many discussions and meetings the US Senate agrees on the Treaty of Ghent. -
Treaty Ratified
The Treaty of Ghent is declared; the War of 1812 is over.