THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
WAR OF 1812
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The United States opposed conflict with Britain, but after the invasion of Washington, D.C., it had no choice but to fight.
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The United States was too occupied with conflicts with Native Americans to entertain the idea of going to war.
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The United States was thoroughly in support of entering the war and produced a well-trained military to fight.
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The United States was so deeply conflicted on the subject of the war that it nearly divided the country.
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Detailed explanation-1: -In June 1812, the United States declared war against Great Britain in reaction to three issues: the British economic blockade of France, the induction of thousands of neutral American seamen into the British Royal Navy against their will, and the British support of Native American tribes along the Great Lakes frontier.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why did Congress declare war on Britain in 1812? British interference with trade and impressment at sea, also the British took sides with the Native Americans.
Detailed explanation-3: -After the War of 1812, Americans felt a new sense of patriotism and a strong national identity and they gained new respect from other nations in the world. This stronger federal government favored trade, western expansion, a strengthened military and the development of the economy.
Detailed explanation-4: -In what ways was the United States military unprepared for war as they took on the British in Canada? The American Army lacked experienced leaders and a well trained army. Additionally, the Americans lacked a navy and would be at a severe disadvantage on the seas.