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This battle was significant because it eliminated the threat posed by a large native American confederacy led by Tecumseh, influencing American westward expansion. It also played a key role in the lead-up to the War of 1812 by reinforcing American anger over British support for native American tribes.

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The burning of Washington DC Aug 24, 1814

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The burning of Washington DC Aug 24, 1814

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In 1812, the British burned Washington DC during the war because the British wanted to make it more accessible from the sea. The British wanted to humiliate the Americans and retaliate for the American troops attacking Canada and burning governments.

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This treaty ended the war of 1812 and strengthened the United States as a nation. The treaty also reestablished the 49th parallel border. It pledged to end Slave trade and to restore pre-war boundaries.

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After the war of 1812, to celebrate the Americans raised an American flag to celebrate our victory to the British. After this it inspired Francis Scott Key to create a song later on our national anthem. The symbolism behind the song is strong pride and unity of the nation.

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The British raided New Orleans during the negotiation of the Treaty of Ghent. The British wanted the Louisiana Purchases territory back. This was won by the Americans boosting American Pride. The defeat also led to the creation of the Star Spangled Banner.