The Second American-British War

On the European battlefield, the war between Britain and France lasted for seven years. In order to solve the colonial problem in Canada, Britain promulgated the Quebec Act in 1774, which was supported by the colonial people in Canada. Quebec was originally a colony of France. Later, Britain defeated France and gained all the French colonies in Canada. Most immigrants in Quebec speak French. Although they are both British colonies, the colonies in North America 13 States are dissatisfied with British rule and insist on independence. Unlike Quebec, they are willing to accept British rule.

After the American War of Independence, Britain always interfered with American merchant ships with its strong military strength. 18 12, the second American-British war broke out with the aim of capturing Canadian colonies. This time, the ambition of the United States was exposed, and he was no longer satisfied with the present territorial scope.

Less than 30 years ago, the American army was still at war. This time, they were able to fight against British warships at sea, but suffered heavy losses when they attacked Canada in the north, and then their Detroit city was occupied by the British. 18 14, the British army landed in the United States and went straight to Washington, DC. American President Madison fled, Washington fell, and after the British occupied Washington, they set fire to the White House, the Capitol, the library and other buildings. The north of the United States seems untenable, but the south is really reassuring. Under the leadership of Jackson, it blocked the powerful offensive of the British army. At the end of February, 65438+, the two sides signed an armistice agreement in Ghent, and the American-British war ended.