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Battles were fought on land and sea during the War of 1812. Early in the conflict, United States forces invaded British-held Canada and also clashed with Native Americans in Tecumseh’s Confederacy. United States ships on Lake Erie and at sea scored some victories that boosted American morale.
The War of 1812 worksheet. AIM: To what extent was the War of 1812 a success? Common core-compliant worksheet focusing on the War of 1812. Contains a variety of activities that promote critical thinking, class discussion, and active engagement such as:
Outcome of the battle (who won and what did they gain from victory): How did the outcome of the battle effect how American citizens viewed the British navy? Extra Credit: (2 pts) What future American President took a leading role in this battle?
The Battle of Borodino, fought on September 7, 1812, stands as one of the most significant and devastating military engagements of the Napoleonic Wars. As the French army approached the field near the small Russian village of Borodino, about seventy miles west of Moscow, the air was thick with tension and expectation.
Directions: • Decide which battle from the War of 1812 you are going to research: a. USS Constitution’s Battles . b. Battle of Bladensburg/Burning of Washington. c. Battle of Fort McHenry. d. Battle of New Orleans. • Watch the short video about that battle and fill out Part 1 of this worksheet.
Moscow 1812 by Adam Zamoyski is a gripping account of Napoleon's ill-fated invasion of Russia. Drawing on firsthand accounts and extensive research, Zamoyski brings to life the brutal campaign, the devastating effects of the Russian winter, and the ultimate downfall of the French army.
French invasion of Russia, (June 24–December 5, 1812), invasion of the Russian Empire by Napoleon I’s Grande Armée. The Russians adopted a Fabian strategy, executing a prolonged withdrawal that largely denied Napoleon a conclusive battle. Although the French ultimately captured Moscow, they could.
