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The United States declares war on Great Britain due to trade restrictions and impressment of American sailors.

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The U.S suffers defeats, including the capture of Detroit by British forces

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The battle of lake Erie occurs, where Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry secures a crucial victory for the US, allowing American control of the lake

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The Battle of the Thames leads to the death of Tecumseh, a prominent Native American leader allied with the British

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British troops capture and burn Washington , D.C , including the White House and the Capitol.

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The Battle of Fort McHenry takes place, the defense of the fort inspires Francis Scott Key to write " The Star Spangled Banner"

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The Battle of New Orleans occurs, where the General Andrew Jackson leads American forces to a victory against the British.

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The Treaty of Ghent is signed , officially ending the war