War of 1812

War of 1812 Review

Directions: Under each complete the phrase, answer the question, fill in the blank, or define the definition.

How does the US become involved in the war between GB and the French?the us felt like they were being threatened by having us workers on the ships and could affect the economy of the country

Impressments- when british army took us workers to work on their ships

What initial action does Jefferson take in war between GB and France to protect the US? Decided to cut of the trade between the us and the british

Describe the Congressional Action that pushes the US to war:

What does Madison ask Congress to do? in 1809 congress passes bills meant to resume trade with GB and France, but also pledge that if either recognized us neutrality, us would resume trading sanctions with other. Then france agreed first, and Madison imposed sanctions against british.

Describe the initial actions of the US in the War of 1812: Jefferson became Madison advisor and told him to attack Canada first

Describe US action along fronts other than the Canadian: us held a fair battle against the britsh through their navu down at Florida which Andrew Jackson led.

What happens in the War when GB’s war with Napoleon ends? More british troops were sent to US

Describe the end of the war including the writing of the star spangled banner: scott key saw the American flag waving from Baltimore and got inspired and he decided to write the anthem.


What battle makes Jackson a hero? The great win he got down at new Orleans