timeline

  • British Attack Balimore

    The British attack on Baltimore included the bombardment of Fort McHenry, the defense of the fort inspired Francis Scott key to write "the star spangled banner" which later became the national anthem.
  • Madison's Deal

    An Act to interdict the commercial trade between the United States and Great Britain and France and their dependencies; and for other purposes
  • Napoleon's defeat in Europe

    Napoleon's Defeat allowed the British to commit more troops to the war in the US. This shift in British focus led to increased military pressure on American forces.
  • British Attack Washington

    General Andrew Jackson led American forces to a decisive victory against the British. This battle occurred after the treaty of Ghent had been signed, but before news of the treaty had reached the U.S it was a significant morale booster and solidified Jackson as a national hero.
  • Battle of Tippecanoe Creek

    The Battle of Tippecanoe was fought on November 7, 1811 between the American forces under the command of William Henry Harrison, and Native American warriors under the leadership of Tenskwatawa, commonly referred to as “The Prophet.” Deemed an American victory, the battle had far lasting implications with Native
  • US military crosses canada

    In June America, forced under general Wiliam Hull, crossed into Canada from Detroit but were forced to retreat and eventually surrender.
  • British fleet on lake Erie

    Commodore Perry's Victory on lake Erie Over the British Fleet Commanded by Commodore Barclay
  • Battle of New Orleans

    General Andrew Jackson led American forces to a decisive victory against the British. This battle occurred after the treaty of Ghent had been signed, but before news of the treaty had reached the U.S it was a significant morale booster and solidified Jackson as a national hero.