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British Search for Deserters
the commander of a British warship demanded
the right to board and search the U.S. naval frigate Chesapeake for British
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Embargo Act Revoked
the embargo act was revoked because banning exporting products to other countries hurt America more than British -
Present Madison Declares War
President James Madison sent a message to Congress recounting American grievances against Great Britain, though not specifically calling for a declaration of war. -
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War of 1812
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British Blockade
The British government formed a naval blockade along the eastern coast of the United States. This prevented any movement out of the states and blocked all the naval ships from coming in or out -
Burning of Washington Capitol
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Battle of New Orleans
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Treaty of Ghent
Peace treaty that ended the war between the United States and Great Britain
