War of 1812 Flashcards
Who invaded whom in the war of 1812?
US invaded Canada
Why was Canada so important to the British and why did Americans covet it?
Timber to build ships; vast reserves of farmland.
Which General played a leading role in the defense of Canada?
Isaac Brock
Why was Tecumseh against the Americans?
They kept seizing native land
What happened to General Hull after the fall of Detroit?
tried and convicted of cowardice; sentenced to death
Why was Brock’s death so devastating to Tecumseh and the natives? Why is he considered such a great hero
They lost a representative who gave hope of a homeland of their own
Why is Brock considered such a great hero?
Considered a man who saved Canada.
Which native chief helped defend Canada from the Americans?
Tecumseh
In which battle was Tecumseh killed?
The Battle of Moravian Town
Which man was most responsible for the loss of native lands in Indiana, Wisconsin, Missouri and Illinois?
Gov. William Henry Harrison
What was Tecumseh’s feeling towards the British?
Never entirely trusted them; simply less offensive wehites
Which battle was the least bloody?
Fort Niagara
Which battle was the bloodiest? Who won?
The Battle of Lundy’s Lane; Both sides claimed victory
What was the result of the American defeat at “The Battle of Crysler’s Farm”?
They abandoned their plan to take over Canada
What was the result of the War of 1812?
Cemented Upper Canada’s essentially British cultural and political nature, Britain recognized America’s independence and agreed to return all seized territories, North American land settled into place; continent was american south of great lakes and canadian to the north.
