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Causes of the War of 1812
Why did James Madison ask Congress to declare war on Great Britain in 1812? Why did the United States invade Canada? What were the causes of the War of 1812?
war of 1812 • causes of the war of 1812 • causes war of 1812 • 1812 james madison • 1812 madison
Why did James Madison ask Congress to declare war on Great Britain in 1812? Why did the United States invade Canada? What were the causes of the War of 1812?
war of 1812 • causes of the war of 1812 • causes war of 1812 • 1812 james madison • 1812 madison
First Invasion: War of 1812
The History Channel documentary "First Invasion: The War of 1812" first aired in 2004. Critics say its look at the War of 1812 is more propaganda than history.
war of 1812 • war of 1812 soldiers • war of 1812 nationalism • first invasion • first invasion war of 1812
The History Channel documentary "First Invasion: The War of 1812" first aired in 2004. Critics say its look at the War of 1812 is more propaganda than history.
war of 1812 • war of 1812 soldiers • war of 1812 nationalism • first invasion • first invasion war of 1812
Canada at War: Part 1, the seven-year war and War of 1812
Canada (with NATO) is attacking Yugoslavia. Lets take a look at previous wars. Starting this week with Pre-modern Wars: War of 1812, where Canada beat the US, and the Seven Year War were the British invaded Canada
canada • war • war of 1812 • seven-year war • french and indian war
Canada (with NATO) is attacking Yugoslavia. Lets take a look at previous wars. Starting this week with Pre-modern Wars: War of 1812, where Canada beat the US, and the Seven Year War were the British invaded Canada
canada • war • war of 1812 • seven-year war • french and indian war
IS THERE A PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE? (PART I)
Most of our President gained valuable political experience serving in one or both houses of Congress. In this article, we will begin our look at the Congressional careers of the men who served in the White House.
jefferson • adams • madison • monroe • jackson
Most of our President gained valuable political experience serving in one or both houses of Congress. In this article, we will begin our look at the Congressional careers of the men who served in the White House.
jefferson • adams • madison • monroe • jackson
Laura Secord
Laura Secord's efforts durring the War of 1812 (when we beat the US) is among Canada's proud culture and is known to most Canadians.
canada • upper canada • laura secord • war of 1812 • all that stuff
Laura Secord's efforts durring the War of 1812 (when we beat the US) is among Canada's proud culture and is known to most Canadians.
canada • upper canada • laura secord • war of 1812 • all that stuff
Tecumseh and the War of 1812
His alliance in ruins, Tecumseh sided with the British in the War of 1812.
tecumseh • shawnee • war of 1812 • whiskey treaties • william henry harrison
His alliance in ruins, Tecumseh sided with the British in the War of 1812.
tecumseh • shawnee • war of 1812 • whiskey treaties • william henry harrison
The USS Constitution
The USS Constitution is the oldest vessel that has been in service in the US Navy since it was commissioned in 1798.
uss • constiution • navy • old ironsides • war of 1812
The USS Constitution is the oldest vessel that has been in service in the US Navy since it was commissioned in 1798.
uss • constiution • navy • old ironsides • war of 1812
A Flag to Inspire a Poet
Francis Scott Key is inspired to write the "Star Spangled Banner" during the attack on Fort McHenry.
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
Francis Scott Key is inspired to write the "Star Spangled Banner" during the attack on Fort McHenry.
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
Acting Vice President, Part II
Both of President James Madison's vice presidents died in office. The "Acting Vice President" was next in line to be president until a new vice president was elected. Meet the first two of these unknown but important men.
president • vice president • president pro tem • president protempore • senate
Both of President James Madison's vice presidents died in office. The "Acting Vice President" was next in line to be president until a new vice president was elected. Meet the first two of these unknown but important men.
president • vice president • president pro tem • president protempore • senate
Andrew Jackson--Great US President or Mass Murderer?
A brief history of Andrew Jackson and the impact his actions had on, ultimately, all Native Americans
president andrew jackson • andrew jackson • presidents • trail of tears • treaty of echota
A brief history of Andrew Jackson and the impact his actions had on, ultimately, all Native Americans
president andrew jackson • andrew jackson • presidents • trail of tears • treaty of echota
Atten-Hut!
Your Family legend says that your 4Great Grandfather was in the Revolution, and 2Great Grandpa was in the Civil War. Was he? This is the first in a series of articles about military records and resources.
ancestors • descendants • obituaries • historical societies • newspaper resources
Your Family legend says that your 4Great Grandfather was in the Revolution, and 2Great Grandpa was in the Civil War. Was he? This is the first in a series of articles about military records and resources.
ancestors • descendants • obituaries • historical societies • newspaper resources
FOR THE RECORD: PRESIDENTS IN UNIFORM, PART II
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
This article examines the military service of the Presidents before the Civil War. Many served very short periods during emergencies, others were life-long professionals. One became our greatest wartime President.
van buren • harrison • tyler • polk • taylor
Jean Lafitte and Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
A brief bio of Jean Lafitte, the 19th century pirate who both terrorized and saved Louisiana; plus information on the park system named in his honor.
jean lafitte • national park • louisiana • war of 1812 • new orleans
A brief bio of Jean Lafitte, the 19th century pirate who both terrorized and saved Louisiana; plus information on the park system named in his honor.
jean lafitte • national park • louisiana • war of 1812 • new orleans
Little House Series: Before Laura
Little House by Boston Bay is one in a series about Charlotte Tucker, who was Laura Ingalls Wilder's grandmother. The time is 1814. The location is Roxberry, a small town near Boston. The War of 1812 is raging. What tough decisions will the Tucker family have to make before the end of the year?
little house • little house on the prairie • laura ingalls wilder • roxberry • massachusetts
Little House by Boston Bay is one in a series about Charlotte Tucker, who was Laura Ingalls Wilder's grandmother. The time is 1814. The location is Roxberry, a small town near Boston. The War of 1812 is raging. What tough decisions will the Tucker family have to make before the end of the year?
little house • little house on the prairie • laura ingalls wilder • roxberry • massachusetts
Making the Star-Spangled Banner
Some 350,000 hand-sewn stitches were used in making the wool bunting flag that would fly over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
Some 350,000 hand-sewn stitches were used in making the wool bunting flag that would fly over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812.
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
Mary Pickersgill’s American Flag
Mary Pickersgill, during the War of 1812, is commissioned to make an American flag to fly above Fort McHenry
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
Mary Pickersgill, during the War of 1812, is commissioned to make an American flag to fly above Fort McHenry
war of 1812 • francis scott key • star spangled banner • american history • fort mchenry
The Politics of James Madison
James Madison a member of the Democratic-Republican party, though his war-time presidency demonstrated a certain degree of bipartisanship.
james madison • democratic republican • the federalist papers • constitutional convention • embargo act of 1807
James Madison a member of the Democratic-Republican party, though his war-time presidency demonstrated a certain degree of bipartisanship.
james madison • democratic republican • the federalist papers • constitutional convention • embargo act of 1807
Those Other Little Conflicts
The Revolution and the Civil Wars have often been depicted in movies and are often written about. But in between these two events came a number of other key conflicts. The War of 1812 and the Blackhawk War being two. Here are some starting points for finding genealogical history in this era. Your ancestor was too young to have fought with Washington, and too old for the Civil War. Could he have been in the War of 1812?
ancestors • descendants • obituaries • historical societies • newspaper resources
The Revolution and the Civil Wars have often been depicted in movies and are often written about. But in between these two events came a number of other key conflicts. The War of 1812 and the Blackhawk War being two. Here are some starting points for finding genealogical history in this era. Your ancestor was too young to have fought with Washington, and too old for the Civil War. Could he have been in the War of 1812?
ancestors • descendants • obituaries • historical societies • newspaper resources
Toronto, the Good
On March 7, 1834 a town named York was incorporated as a city and renamed Toronto.
toronto • york • rouille • history • cn tower
On March 7, 1834 a town named York was incorporated as a city and renamed Toronto.
toronto • york • rouille • history • cn tower
Uncle Sam
For almost two centuries, the image of Uncle Sam has been intimately associated with American Patriotism. But where did this symbol come from?
uncle sam • national symbol • sam wilson • troy new york • act of congress
For almost two centuries, the image of Uncle Sam has been intimately associated with American Patriotism. But where did this symbol come from?
uncle sam • national symbol • sam wilson • troy new york • act of congress
United States invades Canada !
The War of 1812 was perhaps one of the most important events that shaped modern Canada.
war of 1812 • tecumseh • brock • canada • united states
The War of 1812 was perhaps one of the most important events that shaped modern Canada.
war of 1812 • tecumseh • brock • canada • united states
Who Was Jean Lafitte?
A look into the life and deeds of New Orleans' most colorful pirate.
jean lafitte • pirate • privateer • buccaneer • battle of new orleans
A look into the life and deeds of New Orleans' most colorful pirate.
jean lafitte • pirate • privateer • buccaneer • battle of new orleans
JAMES MONROE: THE LAST REVOLUTIONARY PRESIDENT, PART II
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
James Monroe had an eventful presidency, and left his mark on history with the Monroe Doctrine. He was also the third president to die on the 4th of July.
president • governor • elector • democratic-republican • federalist
Butler's Rangers Settle Canada
Ontario's bountiful Niagara Peninsula was cleared and settled largely by United Empire Loyalists on land that had formerly belonged to First Nations residents.
settlement of niagara • united empire loyalists • butler’s rangers • mohawk valley • native canadians
Ontario's bountiful Niagara Peninsula was cleared and settled largely by United Empire Loyalists on land that had formerly belonged to First Nations residents.
settlement of niagara • united empire loyalists • butler’s rangers • mohawk valley • native canadians
Canadian Privateers
By definition a privateer is either the ship, the crew, or the captain of a vessel licensed by a particular government during times of war to prey on enemy ships. Canadian privateers played an important role in several wars, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries. Most sailed from Nova Scotia because of its close proximity to the United States and the North Atlantic. Often considered little more than legal pirating, "by mid 1700s [privateering] was carefully regulated, respectable and as law abiding as the navy," according to Daniel Conlin, Curator of Marine History at the <a name="Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic"><a href="http://maritime.museum.gov.ns.ca/">Maritime Museum of the Atlantic</a> in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
canada • privateers • halifax • nova scotia • maritime museum of the atlantic
By definition a privateer is either the ship, the crew, or the captain of a vessel licensed by a particular government during times of war to prey on enemy ships. Canadian privateers played an important role in several wars, especially during the 18th and 19th centuries. Most sailed from Nova Scotia because of its close proximity to the United States and the North Atlantic. Often considered little more than legal pirating, "by mid 1700s [privateering] was carefully regulated, respectable and as law abiding as the navy," according to Daniel Conlin, Curator of Marine History at the <a name="Maritime_Museum_of_the_Atlantic"><a href="http://maritime.museum.gov.ns.ca/">Maritime Museum of the Atlantic</a> in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
canada • privateers • halifax • nova scotia • maritime museum of the atlantic
James Madison and a Second Term
During James Madison’s presidency the Treaty of Ghent is signed, ending the War of 1812. Andrew Jackson wins a victory at New Orleans.
james madison • andrew jackson • war of 1812 • treaty of ghent • new orleans
During James Madison’s presidency the Treaty of Ghent is signed, ending the War of 1812. Andrew Jackson wins a victory at New Orleans.
james madison • andrew jackson • war of 1812 • treaty of ghent • new orleans
Madison and War, War, War
Madison declares war in 1812. Government fractions want to invade Canada and Spanish Florida. Harrison wins the Battle of Tippecanoe.
james madison • canada and spanish florida • william henry harrison • battle of tippecanoe • napoleonic wars
Madison declares war in 1812. Government fractions want to invade Canada and Spanish Florida. Harrison wins the Battle of Tippecanoe.
james madison • canada and spanish florida • william henry harrison • battle of tippecanoe • napoleonic wars
NOTABLE FIGURES IN CANADIAN BLACK HISTORY
Many people, both Black and White contributed to Canadian Black History. I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to some of them.
mary alward • mary • alward • black history event • black
Many people, both Black and White contributed to Canadian Black History. I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce you to some of them.
mary alward • mary • alward • black history event • black
Rideau Canal, An Engineering Feat
Completed in 1832 by the bare hands of men with only rough tools, the Rideau Canal is an engineering achievement of glory. Locks permitted travel uphill and downhill.
canadian history • the rideau canal • eastern ontario waterway celebrates its 175th anni • waterway planned by lieutenant-colonel by in the m • construction of the rideau canal began in 1826
Completed in 1832 by the bare hands of men with only rough tools, the Rideau Canal is an engineering achievement of glory. Locks permitted travel uphill and downhill.
canadian history • the rideau canal • eastern ontario waterway celebrates its 175th anni • waterway planned by lieutenant-colonel by in the m • construction of the rideau canal began in 1826
The Evolution of Ellis Island
Ellis Island has many stories, most about 12 million immigrants landing on its soil during a mere 62 year period in its long history.
ellis island history • samuel ellis • war of 1812 fort • immigration station • 12 million immigrants
Ellis Island has many stories, most about 12 million immigrants landing on its soil during a mere 62 year period in its long history.
ellis island history • samuel ellis • war of 1812 fort • immigration station • 12 million immigrants
The War at Sea in 1854
Although known as the Crimean War, the naval action was far from confined to that theatre.
british ship furious • steamers • odessa • captain lorinc • royal navy
Although known as the Crimean War, the naval action was far from confined to that theatre.
british ship furious • steamers • odessa • captain lorinc • royal navy
THE WORLD HAS CHANGED!
When the terrorists attacked the USA on September 11, 2001, the world changed. For the first time in history, 6,000 people lost their lives at the hand of a foreign organization on American soil.
mary alward • bin laden • terrorists • declaring war on terrorism • terrorism
When the terrorists attacked the USA on September 11, 2001, the world changed. For the first time in history, 6,000 people lost their lives at the hand of a foreign organization on American soil.
mary alward • bin laden • terrorists • declaring war on terrorism • terrorism
USS Constitution vs. HMS Guerriere
United States Navy Captain Isaac Hull skillfully commanded an inexperienced crew to victory in a clash that marked a watershed in American naval history.
uss constitution vs hms guerriere • uss constitution • hms guerriere • war of 1812 • old ironsides
United States Navy Captain Isaac Hull skillfully commanded an inexperienced crew to victory in a clash that marked a watershed in American naval history.
uss constitution vs hms guerriere • uss constitution • hms guerriere • war of 1812 • old ironsides
Ghosts of Fort Monroe
Battlefields are not the only haunts of ghosts of the military and wars. Bases are also haunted. Ft. Monroe is home to famous and unknown ghosts.
haunted fort monroe • military ghosts • historical ghosts • prominent ghosts • famous hauntings
Battlefields are not the only haunts of ghosts of the military and wars. Bases are also haunted. Ft. Monroe is home to famous and unknown ghosts.
haunted fort monroe • military ghosts • historical ghosts • prominent ghosts • famous hauntings
Kosovo Peacekeepers
Duties and responsibilities of Canada's Peacekeepers in Kosovo, Macedonia, and Serbia.
canada • kosovo • war • peace keeping • peace
Duties and responsibilities of Canada's Peacekeepers in Kosovo, Macedonia, and Serbia.
canada • kosovo • war • peace keeping • peace
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park
Kelley's Island, Put-in-Bay, Cedar Point and Sandusky Bay are all visible from Marblehead peninsula on the northern shore of Ohio's 74th State Park.
lake erie state parks • marblehead lighthouse • lighthouse state park • places to picnic lake erie • marblehead ohio lighthouse
Kelley's Island, Put-in-Bay, Cedar Point and Sandusky Bay are all visible from Marblehead peninsula on the northern shore of Ohio's 74th State Park.
lake erie state parks • marblehead lighthouse • lighthouse state park • places to picnic lake erie • marblehead ohio lighthouse
American Privateers: an Introduction
The war that demonstrated the superiority of privateers over naval ships was the American Revolution. This third article in a series examines the American privateers.
american privateers • privateers • philadelphia • baltimore • schooner
The war that demonstrated the superiority of privateers over naval ships was the American Revolution. This third article in a series examines the American privateers.
american privateers • privateers • philadelphia • baltimore • schooner
Bush tax cuts in war go against history--All but one major U.S. conflict led to tax increases
Determined to cut taxes while waging war, President Bush is bucking history. Ever since the American Revolution, war has generally meant taxpayers pay more.
bush • taxes • war • tax • cut
Determined to cut taxes while waging war, President Bush is bucking history. Ever since the American Revolution, war has generally meant taxpayers pay more.
bush • taxes • war • tax • cut
NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA
Niagara Falls, Ontario is a great place to visit. Whether it be a day, weekend, or an extended holiday, there is always something to see and do at the Falls.
niagara falls • falls • mary alward • mary • alward
Niagara Falls, Ontario is a great place to visit. Whether it be a day, weekend, or an extended holiday, there is always something to see and do at the Falls.
niagara falls • falls • mary alward • mary • alward
The Panic of 1819
Today, Americans have grown familiar with the ebb and flow of the economy. The panic of 1819 can be pointed to as America's formal introduction into this endless cycle.
panic of 1819 • james monroe • american economy • economic history • recession
Today, Americans have grown familiar with the ebb and flow of the economy. The panic of 1819 can be pointed to as America's formal introduction into this endless cycle.
panic of 1819 • james monroe • american economy • economic history • recession
FOR THE RECORD: PRESIDENTS IN UNIFORM
Most of our Presidents have served in uniform, although only a few are remembered for their military exploits. This article explores the records of those who have served.
president • army • battles • revolutionary war • washington
Most of our Presidents have served in uniform, although only a few are remembered for their military exploits. This article explores the records of those who have served.
president • army • battles • revolutionary war • washington
Fur Trapping/Trading - Historically and Today
Fur trapping and trading played a big part in Washington State history.
fur trading • wa • wa state • washington • history
Fur trapping and trading played a big part in Washington State history.
fur trading • wa • wa state • washington • history
TEDDY ROOSEVELT: MORE FUN THAN A GOAT, PART I
A quick look at Teddy Roosevelt's career leading up to his presidency.
teddy • roosevelt • tr • president • rough rider
A quick look at Teddy Roosevelt's career leading up to his presidency.
teddy • roosevelt • tr • president • rough rider
The Politics of Zachary Taylor
Called "Old Rough and Ready," Zachary Taylor earned his fame in the Mexican-American War, and was elected President solely on this experience.
president zachary taylor • american war heroes • mexican american war • comprimise of 1850 • american civil war
Called "Old Rough and Ready," Zachary Taylor earned his fame in the Mexican-American War, and was elected President solely on this experience.
president zachary taylor • american war heroes • mexican american war • comprimise of 1850 • american civil war
A Biography of Jefferson Davis, the President of the Confederacy in the American Civil War
A short biography of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy in the American Civil War.
jefferson davis • civil war • president confederacy • president davis • confederate davis
A short biography of Jefferson Davis, the president of the Confederacy in the American Civil War.
jefferson davis • civil war • president confederacy • president davis • confederate davis
West Point Foundry
The West Point Foundry, produced two early locomotives.
best friend • brother jonathon • west point foundry • water power • steam
The West Point Foundry, produced two early locomotives.
best friend • brother jonathon • west point foundry • water power • steam
Act of Will
Native American citizenship has been a long struggle, both politically and culturally.
u.s. citizenship • fourteenth amendment • snyder act of 1924 • jus soli • jus sanguinis
Native American citizenship has been a long struggle, both politically and culturally.
u.s. citizenship • fourteenth amendment • snyder act of 1924 • jus soli • jus sanguinis
A Day To Remember...
Memorial Day brings thoughts of those that have gone before.
new orleans • french quarter • memorial • military • war
Memorial Day brings thoughts of those that have gone before.
new orleans • french quarter • memorial • military • war
Burns House Bed and Breakfast
Nestled near magnificent Niagara Falls, Burns House offers lovely accomodations in a quiet atmosphere.
bed and breakfast • burns • canada • historic • niagara falls
Nestled near magnificent Niagara Falls, Burns House offers lovely accomodations in a quiet atmosphere.
bed and breakfast • burns • canada • historic • niagara falls
Canadian Military Units
Specific actions and responsibilities of Canada's military, and merchant outfits during the worlds armed conflicts.
canada • war • military • merchant navy • army
Specific actions and responsibilities of Canada's military, and merchant outfits during the worlds armed conflicts.
canada • war • military • merchant navy • army
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