Warm-up: 12/09/2015 1. Describe the significance of the year 1803. 2. What is Judicial Review?
James madison 4th President 1809-1817
Take notes when you see…
Impressment - To seize people or property for government or public use.
Interference - To obstruct, hinder or make it harder to do something.
Resistance - To prevent something from happening by argument or action.
4 Causes of the war of 1812 “Mr. madison’s war” Impressment of U.S. sailors Shipping interference British supported American Indians resistance against Americans. War Hawks – a group that supported war with Britain.
4 important events of the war of 1812 1.During a British attack on the White House Gilbert Stuart’s portrait of George Washington was saved by Dolly Madison.
4 important events of the war of 1812 2.The Star Spangled Banner was written by Francis Scott Key at Fort McHenry.
4 important events of the war of 1812 3. The Battle of New Orleans – General Andrew Jackson defeated the British who were trying to seize New Orleans. Jackson became a national hero.
4 important events of the war of 1812 4. The Treaty of Ghent – peace treaty that ended the War of 1812. It restored the relationship with Great Britain and the U.S.
Significance of the war of 1812 Established the U.S. as significant because they were invaded but not taken over. U.S. became known as a powerful force! No winner No land lost or gained
Closing! 12/09/15 We are going to write a postcard to your parents about today's lesson! Explain at least 3 details. Draw the postcard in your journal.