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Explore the War of 1812 between the U.S. and Great Britain, showcasing national pride and unity, economic development, and the treaty of Ghent. Witness the impact on Federalism and the Hartford Convention. Discover the enduring legacy of this historic conflict.
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War of 1812 U.S. v Great Britain Again!
No Real Winner, But: • Pride / Unity / Nationalism • US gains respect from European Nations • Economic Development • Federalism – Americans see need for a strong federal government.
WEAK • Non-intercourse Act (1809) We are not ready for a war!
SOUTHWEST Britain
CONGRESS Congress, would you please declare war on Britain? OK, we declare war on Britain!
Hartford Convention We Federalists say “NO” to war! We will leave the Union if the US continues fighting our good trading partners = Great Britain
Treaty of Ghent The War Is over! Dec. 1814
General Andrew Jackson Battle of New Orleans