Battles
The British cannonballs bounced off my sides and was nicknamed the "Old Ironside"
USS Constitution
Define represent
to speak for
What was the first plan of the British attack during the War of 1812?
attack from Canada to New York
I was the President during the War of 1812
James Madison
Define patience
the ability to wait for a long time without being upset
Which battle did American Andrew Jackson lead the army to victory, even though the war already ended technically?
New Orleans
Define magnificent
great, beautiful, or impressive
What was the second plan of the British attack during the War of 1812?
attacked coastal cities (Washington DC and Baltimore)
I helped save important papers and letters from the Presidents House before the British came.
Dolley Madison
Define dejected
very sad
What building was burnt down by the British?
Define inspired
caused someone to do or think something
What was the third plan of the British attack during the War of 1812?
Capture New Orleans and gain control of the Mississippi river
I wrote the national anthem "The Star Spangled Banner"
Francis Scott Key
Define economy
the system in which periple buy, sell, or trade items or theri services
Where did the Battle of Fort McHenry take place?
Define astonished
feeling surprised or amazement
How many star and stripes were on the American Flag when it was raised after the battle of Baltimore at Fort McHenry?
15 stars and 15 strips
I put together a ragtag army to win the Battle of New Orleans
Andrew Jackson
Define jubilant
very happy
Who helped win the battle in New Orleans
Jean Lafitte
Define quench
to put something out
Why did the British want to take control of the Mississippi river?
to block trade
I saw an enormous flag flying and new that Baltimore had been saved
Francis Scott Key
Define impressment
forcing sailors to work on another ship