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British Seize Ships
The British begin a blockade which the American ships get caught in the middle of and end up being seized. -
Embargo Act
Thomas Jefferson tried peacefully persuading the British by creating the Embargo Act, but at the same time it hurt his own country economically. -
Presidential Inauguration
James Madison is inaugurated as president of the United States. -
Battle of Tippecanoe
The Americans defeat the Indians in the Battle of Tippecanoe. -
Madison's Reccomendation
Madison's recommendation to Congress to declare war over sailor's rights and British support of western frontier tribes. -
Pass of Bill
House of Representatives pass the war bill. -
Declare War
America declares war against the British. This war is known as "Mr. Madison's War" or "The Second American Revolution." -
Madsion Signs Bill
Senate passes House bill and Madison signs War Bill. -
Declare War
U.S. President Madison declares war or Great Britain. -
Treaty of Ghent
Treaty of Ghent signed to end war.