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An account of the strategies, personalities, and results of America's second military conflict with Great Britain, the "unnecessary" and "impractical" War of 1812.

Discusses the causes, events, and aftermath of the War of 1812.

Many readers may know that the events of the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write a poem that later became the national anthem. However, they may not be familiar with the reasons behind the war, its outcomes, and its legacy. Enhanced by excerpts from primary sources and images, this book will discuss the circumstances that led to the war, the people who fought it, the deciding battles, the aftermath, and how it has shaped the nation, we...

"Explores the causes, battles, and aftermath of the War of 1812"--Amazon.

Presents the events leading to and the results of the War of 1812, in the context of events and forces of change in world history at that time.

Discusses the major battles, military tactics, and famous figures of the War of 1812. Includes Internet links to Web sites, source documents, and photographs related to the war.

What was it like to be part of the War of 1812? Personal accounts, newspaper stories, and other primary sources give students an opportunity to see what it was like to live during this amazing time in history.