USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -What did congress do to prepare the economy for war? In order to gain money for the war, congress posed higher taxes and used liberty bonds. In order to save food, Food administration, fuel administration, and National labor board was established.

Detailed explanation-2: -On June 17, 1812, the Senate approved a House-passed resolution declaring war with Great Britain, with three amendments, by a vote of 19-13. President James Madison signed it into law the following day.

Detailed explanation-3: -The armed forces started a programme to build new warships. spent money informing people about rationing, blackouts and gasmasks. organised a Ministry of Supply to ensure overseas supplies continued. met with trade unions to ensure they agreed on wartime working regulations and wages.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Constitution grants Congress the sole power to declare war. Congress has declared war on 11 occasions, including its first declaration of war with Great Britain in 1812. Congress approved its last formal declaration of war during World War II.