Terms & Geography
Where is Fort McHenry?
Baltimore, MD
These Congressman were known for trying to persuade Madison into declaring war.
War Hawks
Who was President when the British burned Washington?
The American economy was failing prior to the War of 1812 because of ___________________.
The taxes put on America by the British
What territory did America hope to gain through the War of 1812?
Canada
How did America form a barrier before the Battle of Baltimore to keep the British from sailing into the harbor?
They sunk some of their ships in the harbor to create a barrier.
Why were the War Hawks so eager to go to war with Britain?
They wanted to expand and gain new land
What were 2 drawbacks of going to war with Britain?
1. America’s military was small
2. American government could not finance a war
3. America could lose their Independence
4. Britain was a super power
5. America wasn’t united in wanting to go to war
What was the name of the Treaty that ended the war between America and Britain AND where was it signed (city and country)?
Treaty of Ghent
Ghent, Belgium
Having pride and loyalty to one's nation
Nationalism
Who was the Native American Chief who tried to unify the Native Americans to fight against those trying to take their land?
Tecumseh
Before the War, the American Army defeated the Shawnee (and Tecumseh) in a famous battle. What is the name of the battle?
Battle of Tippecanoe
What area did America get back after the War? (It was a territory that the British wanted).
Northwest Territory
List 2 benefits of going to war with Britain.
1. Reopening of Trade
2. Creating National Pride
3. Stop Impressment
4. Expand territory
5. Secure Independence