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Great Britain was harassing American ships and kidnapping Sailors to be apart of the British navy. Kidnapping in this sense is also known as impressment.
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An announcement issued by George Washington declaring the nation neutral in regards to the conflict between France and Great Britain
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The Jay Treaty was a treaty designed to resolve tension and problems between the United States and Great Britain. When signed it solved absolutely nothing.
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Washington's statement saying that he would be declining a third term in office. Washington also reflects on the issues of America in this Address. Washington stated to not get involved with other countries and to not form any political parties.
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A naval engagement off the coast of Virginia involving the HMS Leopard (British) and the USS Chesapeake (American)
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An act passed and signed by Thomas Jefferson that prohibited American trade in all foreign ports.
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Tecumseh rose to power within his brothers religious movement. A movement which emphasized cultural renewal and the rejection of European-American influences.
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The twelfth congress filled with foes of Great Britain and supporters of U.S expansion.
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Tecumseh led a remnant of the confederation into an alliance with Britain during the War.
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The United States declaration of war with Great Britain was enacted on June 18, 1812. This declaration was mainly in response to Britain's economic blocking of France.
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Secret meetings where the New England Federalist Party met and discussed political problems as well as their grievances towards the ongoing war of 1812.
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The peace treaty that ended the war between Great Britain and the United States.
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The British marched against New Orleans hoping to separate the United States from Louisiana. The British came in two assaults totaling 7,500 Soldiers. This battle had no bearing on the actual war and only resulted in elevated national pride.
