War Of 1812 Highlights. It began when the United States declared war in June 1812 and ended in a restoration of the pre-war status quo when a peace treaty agreed to earlier was ratified by the United States in February 1815. 1812 June 18 The United States declares war on Great Britain June 22 A mob in Baltimore destroys the printing offices of an anti-war newspaper July 12 General William Hull invades Canada from Detroit.
1812 June 18 The United States declares war on Great Britain June 22 A mob in Baltimore destroys the printing offices of an anti-war newspaper July 12 General William Hull invades Canada from Detroit. The English were kidnapping US sailors to man their ships as they were becoming low on sailors from the war with Napoleon. In the War of 1812 the United States took on the greatest naval power in the world Great Britain in a conflict that would have an immense impact on the young countrys future.
Our president at the time did not like this so the US actually declared war on Engalnd and invaded Canada US did not do well there and hopefully the Canadians have forgiven us Maines border with Canada was changed after the war The Star Spangled Banner was written.
Chapter 10 Highlights Following the War of 1812 a Greek revival in architecture and culture reflected American pride in democratic nationalism. 1 decade ago. Fri June 8 2012 timer 8 min. Causes of the war.