The War of 1812

War of 1812 1812 War

The War of 1812 was a military conflict between the United States and Great Britain, lasting from 1812 to 1815. Primarily fought over maritime rights (British impressment of American sailors) and territorial expansion (American desire for Canada), it resulted in no major boundary changes but fostered a sense of national unity and independence in the United States.

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