The three-year conflict between the United States and Great Britain, known as the War of 1812, had its origins in periodic, yet persistent, confrontations between the two nations throughout the...

The War of 1812 was fought by the United States and its allies against the United Kingdom and its allies in North America. It began when the United States declared war on Britain on 18 June …

Apr 15, 2016 · Despite its failure to capture Canada, the retreat from Bladensburg and the burning of the capitol 200 years ago this week, the War of 1812 included some significant victories for …

From the closing days of the Revolutionary War in 1783 to the beginning of the War of 1812, the United States Army faced one of its most challenging periods. During this era, American …

General References American Military History, Volume 1 U.S. Army Campaigns - War of 1812 U.S. Army Campaigns of the War of 1812 Archival Material War of 1812 and Associated …

Oct 24, 2024 · The War of 1812 between the United States and Great Britain began formally on June 18, 1812. It involved about 60,000 U.S. Army forces supported by 470,000 militia and …

Dec 16, 2024 · U.S. forces under Stephen van Rensselaer crossed the Niagara River to attack Queenston on October 13, 1812, but ultimately were defeated by a stiff British defense …

Aug 15, 2016 · A Prologue article by Stuart L. Butler on War of 1812 records in the National Archives, including discussion of Pension and Bounty Land Warrant Application Files, Military …

Oct 27, 2009 · On August 16, 1812, the United States suffered a humiliating defeat after Brock and Tecumseh’s forces chased those led by Michigan William Hull across the Canadian …

Mar 30, 2017 · The War of 1812 brought the United States onto the world's stage and was followed by a half-decade now called the "Era of Good Feelings." This page offers answers to …