The War of 1812 Introduction

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Period ____Station 1: The War of 1812 Introduction and Causes

Directions: Use the reading and images at this station to answer the questions below.

1. While England and France waged war in Europe, what were they afraid of the U.S. doing?

Taking sides with the other country2. What 2 things still caused a lot of tension between the U.S. and Great Britain?a. The Embargo Actb. The Non-Intercourse Act3. What was impressment? When Great Britain captured American ships and forced U.S. sailors to serve in the British Navy.4. What did many Americans blame the British in Canada for? Supplying Native Americans with weapons.

5. What 2 things did the War Hawks want to do?

a. Declare war against Great Britain.b. Invade and take Canada from Britain.

Station 2: Military Actions of 1813

Directions: Use the reading and images at this station to answer the questions below.

1. What did U.S. raiders do to the Canadian capital of York?

Burned several government buildingsa. When did this event happen at York, Canada? April 28, 18132. What did the British Navy begin doing in 1813? They began to blockade the American coastline in the South.

3. Describe the events that took place on August 30, 1813. The Creek Indians killed 250

men and women at Fort Mims.4. Describe the events that took place on September 10, 1813. Perry defeats British flotilla on Lake Erie.5. Describe the events that took place on November 8, 1813. The American thrust toward Montreal is stopped at Chrysler’s Farm.Station 3: Military Actions of 1814

1. Explain the British strategy during 1814. The British planned to use a three way attack to surround the United States. One attack from the North, and second attack at Washington D.C. and a third attack in the South at Mississippi. They also blockaded the U.S. coastline.2. Fill in your map below using the map at your station!Station 4: The Battle of New Orleans

1. Who led U.S. forces during the Battle of New Orleans? Andrew Jackson2. How many men did the British lose in the Battle of New Orleans? 2,0003. How many American lives were lost during the Battle of New Orleans? 8 killed, 13 wounded4. What was the most ironic thing about the Battle of New Orleans? The battle was actually fought after the war was over. The Treaty of Ghent was already signed, but word about the treaty being signed did not get back from Europe quick enough.

5. Fill in your map below using the map at your station!Station 5: The War of 1812 Summary & Effects

Directions: Use the reading and images at this station to answer the questions below.

1. What happened to the Nations Capital and the White House during the War of 1812?

It was burnt down and had to be rebuilt.2. What was signed to end the War of 1812? The Treaty of Ghent.3. What is nationalism? Having a feeling of pride in one’s country.4. Who wrote the Star Spangled Banner? Sir Francis Scott Key

a. After what battle was the Star Spangled Banner written?

The Battle for Baltimoreb. What did the Star Spangled Banner become for the U.S.?

The National Anthem5. What future President became a national war hero during the War of 1812? Andrew Jackson6. What did the U.S. gain from other countries around the world as a result of the War of 1812?

Worldwide Respect!

British Impressment of U.S. Sailors

Francis Scott Key sees the American Flag after the battle of Baltimore and is inspired to write the Star Spangled Banner.

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