1. War of 1812

2. Causes US attempt to remain neutral during a war between Britain and France Interference with Shipping Britain stopped our ships and kidnapped our sailors British giving weapons and supplies to Indians

3. Main Events British blockade Battle on lake Erie Americans Won Oliver Hazard Perry “We have met the enemy and they are ours.”; “Don’t give up the ship” White House Burned down Battle at Ft. Mc Henry Francis Scott Key wrote National Anthem

4. Results Rise of Nationalism/Patriotism after “Second War for Independence” American “self sufficiency” we could take care of ourselves American manufacturing increased Improved transportation and trade