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War Of 1812

The War of 1812 was marked by the harsh realities faced by soldiers, who often succumbed to sickness due to unsanitary conditions rather than battle wounds. Military life was characterized by monotonous routines and severe discipline, with soldiers enduring harsh punishments for minor infractions.

War Of 1812

War Of 1812

Similarities

19 century
Most resolutions were revenge E.G: Battle of Washington
21 century
Prefer to settle disputes with violence E.G: America and Afghanistan are still fighting over a incident that occurred 9th of September 2001 and have been at war for 18 years

E.G: America and Afghanistan are still fighting over a incident that occurred 9th of September 2001 and have been at war for 18 years

Countries want revenge and will not settle for peace

Outcomes

The Canadian War
The defensive victories resulted in British North America becoming a independent transcontinental country
Won many defensive battles against the Americans
The Native American War
The end of the war was a catastrophic event for the natives
Natives were never again able to find external allies
Lead to Tecumsehs death
The American War
Sanctified the American national flag
Inspired the American national Anthem
Winning the war helped the Americans gain international respect for their power and sovereignty
The war is now seen as a "Nation Building" experience

Battles

Battle of Washington Occurred August of 1812 Baltimore Washington D.C, resulted in the Treaty Of Ghent being signed officially ending the war of 1812
Battle of Detroit Occurred October of 1812, shore of Lake Michigan, Brock and Tecumseh form an alliance against General Hull, Ended in General Hull surrendering and Brock and Tecumsehs victory
Battle of Queensten Heights 1812 Significant battle occurred October of South of Queensten Heights along Lake Ontario, Mayor General Brock was shot and killed

Indigenous Warriors

Tecumseh-Joined the British army in hopes of winning the war -When the Americans won they also won against Tecumseh Taking his life
Hillis Hadjo-Was a prominent red Stick Leader -He was initially successful until the Americans defeated him and the Red Sticks

Causes

In Europe Britain, France and the naval power were trying to ruin each others Economy with blockades and by Confiscating trade goods.
The Americans felt that British support of The First Nations was a threat to their expansion
Impressment was the most extreme issue this was because it dealt with sovereignty

Soldiers Life

Endless routine of drills, marching and boredom
A soldier was more likely to die from sickness than a battle wound due to the unsanitary conditions of camp
The soldiers on guard during the summer were given wollen tunics and shoes in the winter were given greatcoats and shoes but no other protection
Military discipline was harsh and the smallest mistake was punishable by lash