The War Of 1812 Flashcards

1
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Commerce

A

buying and selling on a large scale (ex: trade between countries)

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Impressment

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Forcing sailors to serve in the navy

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Privateer

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A privately owned, armed ship that is authorized to be used for war. Especially in the capture of enemy merchant ships.

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4
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Embargo

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Official ban on trade

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5
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Blockade

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Sealing off a place to prevent goods or people from leaving or entering

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6
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War Hawks

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someone favoring war

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7
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Confederation

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When several people come together for an alliance for common action

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8
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Maritime

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commercial or military activity in the sea

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9
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Treaty of Ghent

A

Treaty signed to end the war of 1812

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10
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Causes of war

A

Britian captured american soldiers
Britan and France were fighting
seizeing american ships

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