![]() ![]() On June 1, 1812, American President James Madison sent a list of grievances to Congress, and four days later they granted a declaration of war. Madison signed the declaration on June 18, 1812, officially initiating the war. Only 29 years after the American War for Independence, Great Britain, and the United States again found themselves embroiled in conflict. The War of 1812 was fought between the United States and Great Britain backed by their Canadian colonies and Native American allies. Here are ten facts you need to know about the "Forgotten War."įact #1: The war was fought between Great Britain and the United States from 1812-1815. The War of 1812 is one of the most overlooked conflicts in the history of the United States. Share to Google Classroom Added by 6 Educators
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