USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The War of 1812 changed the course of American history. Because America had managed to fight the world’s greatest military power to a virtual standstill, it gained international respect. Furthermore, it instilled a greater sense of nationalism among its citizens.

Detailed explanation-2: -How did the War of 1812 help establish the reputation of the United States in international affairs? It proved that the United States could protect the interests of South American countries. It showed that the United States could negotiate treaties between warring countries.

Detailed explanation-3: -But the war did confirm the boundaries between eastern Canada and the United States and set conditions for control of the Oregon Territory. Most importantly, America emerged from the war with a new sense of nationality and enhanced standing among the countries of the world.

Detailed explanation-4: -THE WAR OF 1812 TESTED WHETHER THE NEW FEDERAL REPUBLIC COULD SURVIVE ITS FIRST DECLARED WAR. AS COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF, PRESIDENT JAMES MADISON HAD TO LEAD THE WAR EFFORT AND DEAL WITH ANTI-WAR STATES THAT CHALLENGED HIS PRESIDENTIAL POWER TO WAGE WAR.