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The War statrts
America declares war on Britain for the impressment of American sailors and the blockage of trade routes. This was significant because it shows us the start of the war. -
Battle of Queenston Heights
The U.S. launched an attack on the Niagara Peninsula in Canada. General Brock was killed. This is relevant because it shows that the British suffered losses. -
The Battle of Ogdensberg
Americans decided to launch an attack because that was where the British were most vulnerable. Americans and militia members launched their attack but were later forced to retreat.
This holds significance because its one of the battles the Americans lost. -
The Battle of Lake Eerie
Captain Oliver Hazard Perry led his naval fleet in a battle on Lake Eerie. Americans won control of Lake Eerie and cut off British and American Indian forces from their bases in the west.
This event holds significance because it gave Americans control of Lake Eerie. -
The Battle of The Thames
General William Henry Harrison and his forces defeated the British on their retreat towards Niagara. There was a significant loss of British troops. Despite this victory Lake Ontario changed hands many times.
This held significance because it was a loss in British military leadership. -
The Burning of Washington D.C.
The British were angered after the attack on York. The British decided to march on D.C. They took a large force and marched. They forced the President and other government officials to flee. They set fire to the White house and left the area.
This event held significance because it was a great hit on
American morale. -
The Battle of Batliomre
With the attack on the White house and Treasury successful the British set their sights on Baltimore. There wash an exchange of fire. This resulted in heavy casualties on both sides. The British eventually retreated.
This was significant because Americans were able to hold down their fort. -
The Battle of Fort McHenry
The battle of Fort McHenry was a British attack on Fort McHenry. The British shot off rockets and guns at the fort but eventually retreated.
This illustrated the strength of American forces and inspired Francis Scott Key to write the Star Spangled Banner. -
The Treaty of Ghent was signed
The signing of the treaty officially marked the end of the war of 1812. It was ratified by Americans on February 17th and the British on December 30th. This meant that any occupied territory was returned and gave Americans fishing rights.
This held significance because it marked the end of the war. -
The Battle of New Orleans
Even though the Treaty of Ghent was signed and the war was officially over, word had not yet reached the U.S.
General Andrew Jackson defended New Orleans with his troops resulting in devastating losses for the British.
This was relevant because it was regarded as the last American victory of the war.