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The War of 1812: Conflict, Consequences, and Courage

Explore the causes, battles, and outcomes of the War of 1812, including American ambitions, British strategies, and heroism like Laura Secord's bravery. Learn about the impact on Canada, the Burning of Washington, and the lasting effects on national identity following this pivotal conflict.

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The War of 1812: Conflict, Consequences, and Courage

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  1. War of 1812

  2. End of the American War • Ended in 1783 when Americans took last stronghold of New York • Americans angry that Britain stopped trade

  3. A New War Brews… • Afterward, Britain turned its attention to France • British stopped American ships bound for France

  4. A New War Brews… • Britain concerned about their colonies in North America • America a threat to their survival

  5. A New War Brews… • Annexation a real threat • By 1812, York only had a population of 1500

  6. A New War Brews… • James Madison was the leader of an American Party who called themselves “War Hawks” • Madison would become the 4th President in 1809

  7. A New War Brews… • They wanted war – they wanted Canada • Saw British support of Natives to be HOSTILE (really, the natives were just trying to protect their land from land hungry Americans)

  8. A New War Brews… • Not all Americans felt as Madison did • New England wanted to trade with Britain once again • When war broke out in 1812, they remained neutral

  9. War of 1812 • Called “Mr. Madison’s War” • With all the loyalists, Americans thought they would join their cause - NOPE

  10. Invasion of Canada • William Hull gathered troops to invade Canada • Once on Canadian soil, he issued a proclamation telling British to give up • Weak army, untrained

  11. Invasion of Canada • English General Isaac Brock, along with his ally Tecumseh, drove the Americans back • Captured Detroit

  12. Invasion of Canada • York was captured, but regained • It was a heated battle, both sides gaining and losing

  13. Laura Secord • Tending her wounded husband – overheard American general’s plan to invade Canada • Ran through the wilderness, 40km+ to Lt. FitzGibbon

  14. Laura Secord • Told FitzGibbon the America plan – saved the day! • British were successful at the Battle of Beaver Dam

  15. Burning of Washington, DC • 1814 – British forces capture and occupy Washington, DC • Set fire to White House, Capitol Building

  16. Burning of Washington, DC • Only time a foreign power has occupied the capital

  17. End of the War of 1812 • Ended in 1815 • No changes to the border of Canada • People became even more loyal to Britain • Each country sees themselves as victors…

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