War of 1812

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What event did Francis Scott Key write the Star-Spangled Banner about?

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The morning after the British attacked Fort McHenry. The American flag was burnt around the edges, but still flying high.

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In attempts to cut off supplies from reaching the enemy both ___________and __________ attempted to block the U.S. from trading with others.

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Great Britain and France

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In June 1812, Congress declared war on Great Britain.

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True

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A major general in the US army during the War of 1812. He became a national hero after the defeat of the British Battle of New Orleans. Later he became one of the most divisive US presidents.

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Andrew Jackson

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Which battle was important because it ended the War of 1812 and made Andrew Jackson a national hero?

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Battle of New Orleans

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What were 2 important buildings in Washington that were destroyed during the War of 1812?

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the White House and the Capitol

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What is a blockade?

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An act of war where one side uses ships to stop (block) people or supplies from entering or leaving the other side’s land.

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What is impressment?

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The act of forcing (pressing) people into military or other service.

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What was the name of the song Francis Scott Key wrote?

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Star Spangled Banner

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What was Francis Scott Key known for?

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He wrote a poem about the British attack on the Baltimore harbor. “The Star-Spangled Banner,” later became the country’s national anthem.