THE VIRGINIA DYNASTY 1801 1825
WAR OF 1812
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because other countries finally recognized the United States as a country
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because they had fought the world’s greatest military power to a standstill
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because they had taken control of Canada
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because the King of Great Britain apologized for the blockades and impressment
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Detailed explanation-1: -Explanation: The U.S. went to war with Britain for many reasons, including the impressment of U.S. sailors, restriction of U.S. trade, and more. The American people considered the war a second act of independence or revolt. As a result, people felt confident about the nation and pride was boosted.
Detailed explanation-2: -The first important effect the war of 1812 had was the way it changed foreign policy for America. One of the major problems before the war, was the way Britain forced neutral nations trade to go through British authorities first. Not only that but they’d take American seamen and force them into the British navy.
Detailed explanation-3: -In the years after the War of 1812, new states north and south entered the Union. At the same time, America’s economic engine was fueled by King Cotton. Alas, King Cotton could not have become the behemoth it did without the institution of race-based slavery.
Detailed explanation-4: -The war established clear boundaries between eastern Canada and the United States, set conditions for control of the Oregon Territory, and freed international trade from the harsh restrictions that ignited the war. Learn more about the War of 1812 and its impact on the Chesapeake Bay region below.