War of 1812

The War of 1812 was a conflict between the United States and Great Britain that lasted from 1812 to 1815. Major causes included British interference with American shipping, impressment of American sailors into the British navy, and U.S. expansionist desires, particularly towards Canada. Key battles involved the burning of Washington, D.C., and the notable victory at the Battle of New Orleans led by General Andrew Jackson. The war ended with the Treaty of Ghent in 1814, restoring pre-war boundaries but leaving many issues unresolved. It fostered a sense of American nationalism and independence.