The War of 1812

The bloody war of 1812 saw British, American, and First Nations forces clash in a conflict that would forever alter North America. This book explains the background to the war and covers the three years of fighting on land and sea, including the battles of Lake Erie and Lake Champlain.

Introduction, Chronology, Background to war A small war with complex causes, Warring sides Soldiers, sailors, and warriors, Outbreak America sets its sights on Canada, The fighting The war on land and at sea, Portrait of a soldier Black Hawk's war, The world around war Propaganda and protest, Portrait of a civilian John Strachan's war, How the war ended The peace of Christmas Eve, Conclusion and consequences The world's longest undefended border? , Further reading, Index