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Battle of Lake Erie
The Battle of Lake Erie took place on September 10 when nine United States Navy vessels conquered and captured six of the British Royal Navy's vessels. United States's commander, Oliver Hazard, seized Lake Erie. Once the United States had Lake Erie, the British no longer had control over the middle of the United States. -
Battle of Bladensburg and Burning of Washington
The Battle of Bladensburg was fought in Maryland with the British and the Americans. It is known as the most embarrassing defeat in U.S. history. General William Winder, U.S. general, let British Officer Robert Ross and his men to walk through Washington, D.C. and burn public buildings and American symbols. -
Battle of Baltimore and Siege of Fort McHenry
A sea and land battle fought during the War of 1812. The battle was between the Americans and the British. The Americans were defending the Baltimore port against the attack of the British. The defenders were based at Fort McHenry. The battle ended with the British commander being killed. -
The Battle of New Orleans
The Battle of New Orleans was the biggest battlefield victory for the US. The battle was a part of the War of 1812. The British thought that if they took over New Orleans, it would separate the Louisiana territory from the other states. However, General Andrew Jackson and his men won the battle. The win meant that the United States had control over Louisiana and West Florida. Then, the Treaty of Ghent was ratified and would then end the war.
