Factors and Impact of 1812 War

Factors and Impact of 1812 War

Introduction

The War of 1812 was caused by a series of conflicts dating back to 1783. Nevertheless, America wanted its free trade and sailor's rights of the seas. Madison persuaded Congress to pass a law where as the U.S. agreed that if, the restrictions on American shipping were repealed, by either Britain or France; America would continue the prohibition against the other nations. France agreed, but Frances's leader, Napoleon, breached the agreement. America's freedom was at stake; France continued to take hold of American ships. France primarily instigated the war, by not ...