the war of 1812 & events leading up to the war huffdaddyjay, jam sandwich, zaccaroni, maddie the...
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THE WAR OF 1812& EVENTS LEADING UP TO THE WARHuffDaddyJay, Jam Sandwich, Zaccaroni, Maddie the Mad Hatter, & Rainman Noodles
Violations of 1783 Treaty of Paris
The British violated the 1783 Treaty of Paris (treaty that ended the American Revolution) by continuing to hold forts in America after the revolution.
Convention of 1800
Between US and France to settle hostilities.
Let America out of alliance with France.
Played a big role in allowing the Louisiana Purchase.
Embargo Act, Non-Intercourse Act, and Macon’s Bill #2
Embargo Act – US halted all trade, led to seizure of US ships
Non-Intercourse Act – lifted embargo on all but Britain and France
Macon’s Bill #2 – America would lift embargo on country that stopped seizing ships. Made Britain angry and led to War of 1812.
All of these hurt the economy, decreased international trade.
O CANADA! A lot of British
soldiers stationed in Canada.
Officials in British Canada were supplying arms to Native Americans in support of their ongoing battle against American settlers.
Result of the Battle of New Orleans
Andrew Jackson became a national hero
The British defeat at New Orleans boosted American morale
Treaty of Ghent
Ended War of 1812
Both sides agreed to stop fighting
Both sides agreed to restore conquered territory
That’s it.
End of the War of 1812
Led to end of the Federalist party
Encouraged growth of American Industries
Confirmed the United States of America’s status as a free and independent nation
Results of the War
6000 Americans killed or wounded
Respect for America
Future presidents Andrew Jackson and William Henry Harrison are seen as war heroes.
National Pride