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War of 1812. Reasons for War. Britain forcing American sailors to fight in their war with France (impressing) Britain helping the Native Americans to keep us from moving west. Important Events. Britain burns down the White House. Dolly Madison saves the painting of George Washington.
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Reasons for War • Britain forcing American sailors to fight in their war with France (impressing) • Britain helping the Native Americans to keep us from moving west.
Important Events • Britain burns down the White House. Dolly Madison saves the painting of George Washington. • Francis Scott Key writes the Star Spangled Banner at Ft. McHenry in Baltimore. • Andrew Jackson becomes a hero at the Battle of New Orleans.
Important Outcomes • Treaty of Ghent signed • “The Era of Good Feelings” – America had defeated the British. • Everyone had a sense of nationalism (pride). • Everyone belonged to one political party (Democratic – Republicans).
Monroe Doctrine • James Monroe (5th President) issues a doctrine to the world: • The Western Hemisphere is closed to future colonization. • The United States will not interfere in European conflicts. • If a country tries to colonize the Western Hemisphere they will be met with force.