1. War of 1812

2. Who?
US v Great Britain
Pres Madison asked for a declaration of war against Great Britain

3. When

4. North American Continent
Where
Atlantic Ocean
North American Continent
US and Canada

5. What
War between the US and Great Britain
Seen as a “second war for independence”
US wins the war

6. WHy British were at war with France
British attacked US ships taking supplies to France
Made American sailors become part of the British Navy
British encouraged Native Americans to attack US
The US wants to expand West into Native territory

7. How is it Significant?
Great Britain agreed to stop fighting
Boosted US morale – patriotism
Encouraged spirit of expansionism that would cause the US to grow tremendously
US gained respect from foreign nations