War of 1812

  • Battle of Lake Erie

    Battle of Lake Erie
    It was a naval engagement between the British and American forces in which the Americans were able to capture and defeat six of the British ships from the Royal Navy.
  • Burning of Washington

    Burning of Washington
    The British were able to win against American forces and then they marched to Washington and set fire to many important monuments and buildings. All of Washington.D.C could have been set on fire.
  • Battle of Baltimore

    Battle of Baltimore
    The British wanted to attack Baltimore because it was an important American port. Defender and citizens stopped this by shipping all of the cargo away and successfully defending against the British.
  • Battle of New Orleans

    Battle of New Orleans
    It was the final battle waged during the War of 1812. Soldiers that were lead by General Andrew Jackson were able to stop the British from claiming the recently purchased Louisiana territory.