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UK: *burns Washington DC* US: "Alright, we'll call it a draw"

Kind of a plot twist that the British were actually holding back the whole time because Napoleon was keeping them busy back in Europe.

Fun fact. Had Napoleon not sold Louisiana to the United States in 1803, Britain would've ended up with it after the Napoleonic Wars and modern day Canada would've stretched to the gulf of Mexico.

Some of the most significant battles were excluded, notably the famous Battle of New Orleans. This took place after the signing of the Treaty of Ghent and launched Andrew Jackson towards national fame eventually leading to his presidency. The battle was the end of the Gulf Campaign, American forces were outnumbered by around 8,000 to 5,800. Yet the result was a staggering 2,000 British casualties vs 71 Americans. Also, an enduring motto of the US Navy “Don’t Give Up The Ship” came from the last orders of Captain Lawrence aboard the Chesapeake. His words were memorialized on Commodore Perry’s flag as a rallying cry hoist above his flagship Lawrence and later Niagara during the battle of Lake Erie.

British :- its just a minor theatre of the Napoleonic wars Americans :- nooooooooooooooooooooooooooo it a war in its own right !!!!!

It’s crazy. I live in Niagara Falls and a lot of these battles took place right near me. I live 30 seconds away from Lundy’s Lane. My public school growing up was called “battlefield”. It was the site of the battle of Lundy’s Lane. You could actually find musket balls in the field sometimes. And right next to our field was a cemetery where Laura Secord is buried. Cool stuff.

Is it just me, or is it every time America loses a war they call it a draw. I.e. this war, Korean war, Vietnam war, war with the Taliban.

USA's Mission: take Canada UK's Mission: Keep Canada *USA DOESNT TAKE CANADA* *UK KEEPS CANADA* USA: well i guess we won

Most of us in the UK have never heard of this war. We've had so many foreign wars that this war is just a footnote, if that.

Americans: We won! British: We won! EU players: a white peace it is ...

I would call it a win by Britain because it was the US trying to invade Canada which they did not succeed in doing.

US: Declares War Britain: Repeals trade restrictions before receiving declaration. US: Well this is awkward…

For the record: 1. At the time of this war, Toronto didn't exist. The community that did exist was named York. You didn't mention that the Americans captured York, the capital of Upper Canada, and burned it to the ground. That was one reason the British burned Washington after they captured it. Payback. 2. For that matter, Ottawa didn't exist. However, in the aftermath of this war, it was decided to construct the Rideau Canal so as to expedite troop movements should a similar conflict arise again. The building of the canal (1826-1832) created a community at the northern end of the canal system known as Bytown, named after Lieutenant-Colonel John By, the person in charge of building the canal. It was only renamed Ottawa in 1855. For someone dealing in History, a little more accuracy is in order.

Some say that the war still rages on in this very comment section...

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The Bank Of England's 1st 20 year central bank charter in the USA ended in 1811. The US was able to keep Britain from taking the Louisianan territory, but issued a 2nd, 20 year bank charter in 1816. After it's end in 1836 no other charter would be issued until December 23, 1913, when most of congress had left for holiday, the bankers created a perpetual charter whose shareholders are private.

Canadians: we won!! Americans: we won! natives: we lost..... British: what war?

There was a small mention that New England refused to invade Montreal, but you should also mention that New England was close to breaking off from America because of this war, and that when the revolutionary war started it was initially envisioned that New England would be its own country, not all of the 13 colonies. They even flew New England and Massachusetts flags in the battle of Lexington and concord.

It was not England as the act of union between Scotland and England was already in place, it was the United Kingdom of Great Britain 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

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America: Canada needs some freedom Canadians: Thanks for your concern, but we will politely decline!

Excellent video. Concise and informative.

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I feel for the native Americans, abandoned by everyone.

Um you missed The Battle of New Orleans in 1815. It was Andrew Jackson's shining moment

The guy is really downplaying the how much the battle for upper Canada was fought by people from the area. The British didn't put a whole lot of effort into the upper canadian battles. The local peoples knew the terrain and lead a lot of the more strategic actions. This rhetoric of the noble Americans fighting off colonial britian is romantic but it was never that true. The Americans were just as interested in colonizing Canada as they were native lands. The American revolution was largely a civil war. In the war of 1812 many of the people fighting on the british side were Americans who moved north after the American revolution(a civil war from their point of view) Like the American revolution the british were not nearly as involved as Americans like to suggest. It was far more locally born peoples doing a large amount of the fighting. This idea that it was native guys with bows and arrow and british boys from London isn't at all accurate. Upper Canada was a mish mash of Americans(who were called loyalist), natives/mixed race natives/descendants of Fur Trappers and French Canadians. In the big picture the Brits were making far more money from colonies in the Caribbean/Africa/Asia. Their attachment to Canada was never ever that strong. It was far more Canadians wanting british support than vice versa. Canada has always been a country that likes to play ethnicity card whenever it makes political sense, when in reality most Canadians have always been mixed in one for or another. Whether it being "British Canadians" who were far more Americanized than they want to admit, French Canadians trying to pretend anglophones were more english than they actually were, or people trying to make the unsubstantiated claim that native groups were in any way a unified group. A lot of the "native" were people who had partial british and french ancestry. They used modern technologies/weapons/tools/ideas etc.

*grows up in Western NY in the early 21st century, and then learns more of the truth about the war of 1812 from a UKposts video than ever from school.*

Didn’t New England almost break away from America too?

Most Brits forget it happened because it was so insignificant lmao

This is my first time to know about this war...thanks for sharing

I'm from Buffalo and we're taught about how the British burned down the settlement during this conflict. There is also a sunken British frigate in the Niagara river off of the Black Rock neighborhood.

No mention of the New England Conference in 1812? New England almost broke away from the US.

I'm am British and proud but America is close to my heart. I don't know why. It just is. Fun fact for reading this comment, I had an ancestor disappear at the Roanoke settlement in the 1580s. I also have my family that immigrated in the 50/60s. America, the UK loves you.

The US lost this war it wasn’t a war of independence. If that’s the case, then any war is a war of independence if u think the country being lost is the only thing that constitutes a winner. US clearly lost they gained no territory only lost

You completely overlooked the victorious Battle of Plattsburgh September 11, 1814.

Thank you that was well stated and well explained, an excellent 13 minutes.

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Conspicuous by it's absence is the mention of the Battle of New Orleans. Although the Treaty of Ghent had been signed, the news didn't reach the United States for about a month and both sides continued to fight vigorously. General Andrew Jackson commanded forces that drove the British into a pocket in and around New Orleans, and in a pitched battle stretching over about a week, the British were forced to surrender. There were a couple of key reasons why, 1) The Americans had mostly rifles, that could outrange the British smoothbore musket, and was far more accurate. 2) A critical mistake the British made was to stack up what was available for fortification, they had a large quantity of burlap sugar bags from the local sugar cane crop, and when they got wet, sticky and gooey. When we shot bullets and cannon balls into these bags, the sticky goo/syrup got into the lock work of their cannons and muskets, and they could not fight effectively. A surrender was negotiated. News of the victory reached Washington at the same time as news of the peace treaty, and in the popular imagination and the newspapers of the time, Americans credited the Battle of New Orleans with British peace, and Andre Jackson did nothing to disabuse them of this error, and rode the game into the Presidency. A footnote from the American side.

General Brock- a Canadian hero very well remembered

No word about the bankers behind this? How about this quote "Either the application for the renewal of the charter is granted, or the United States will find itself involved in a most disastrous war". Seems kind of relevant.

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The War of 1812 is an interesting conflict in that it's barely mentioned in British history books and most Americans have never heard of it but it's very well known in Canadian culture because it help unite a proto-nation.

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This was excellent. Kinda sad you didn’t mention the Battle of New Orleans that happened just after the signing of the peace treaty. I’m from the area and there’s a lot of “pride” in that and it’s pretty much how we ended up with Andrew Jackson being such a major player in the early US. Much love!

Great documentary. I continue to be amazed by how much Napoleon accomplished in his lifetime.

I live like 2 blocks from fort Malden, and was at fort Erie a few weeks ago for the reenactment.

A British officer of the time said it was an unnatural war between kindred peoples and he was glad it was over.

this is the most confusing war because there isn’t an oversimplified video

A very good intro to the war. for context.....but no mention of Plattsburgh, Bladensburg and New Orleans surprised me

Another scuffle causing tensions at the time, although to a lesser degree, was the rivalry between US and Britain on the frontier to capture the fur trade, particularly in Oregon territory. US fur trappers established a trading post on the mouth of the Columbia just before British trappers arrived and elbowed the US trappers out. After 1812, the countries agreed to shared exploitation of the territory, which removed the international factor and placed the rivalry on the local companies themselves. Eventually, US expansion and emigration would convert Oregon into a US territory.

An article in The Smithsonian Magazine about 20 years ago stated several things; Britain had ended slavery in 1807 but US slavers were still trading, sometimes under false, often UK flags. The Royal Navy looked down upon such behavior, hence some of the impressment. Also the article went on to tell how, at that time, many of the "Canadian" colonists were former United Empire Loyalists, former American colonists who did not support the Revolution and had escaped to Canada and who had left friends, often family and properties in the US. As this video explains, many Americans likewise had no stomach for war with their former friends and relatives. Had not "War Hawks" instigated this war, scholars believe that eventual union of the two colonies would have been inevitable, given the common interests of both 'countries' at the time. The War of 1812 put a permanent end to that dream! Also, as taught in Canadian schools, the attack on Washington was felt to be in retaliation for a raid on York (incorrectly labeled as Toronto in the video).

I like it! One quibble: why no mention of the Battle of New Orleans? I thought for sure you were going to jump in with it after mentioning the month-long lag between the armistice and the end of fighting.

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This war is not talked about enough. So interesting.

I like this short documentary! Respectfully, I think Old Hickory and the Battle of New Orleans being omitted is a miss. Though fought after the war was officially over, it is still one of them main things people think of in the War of 1812.

It's crazy that during this time, Napoleon was also going around waging war on 90 percent of europe

This was like 16% of 1812 in 16 min. There were way more battles than just a fort surrendering, Plus the amount of ships lost in 1812 was pretty big. Maybe my Vintage 1854 History book is outdated cause there's over 26+ Battles on land and 10+ On Sea. Very disappointed in this video but it did give a quick history but left out all the details of battles and what happened after wards. "Britain Takes Fort, Britain Ends War... 1812" That's the amount of info i got from this video (You made it very long just talking about governments discussing War/Policies.

It was the same as 1776 the British always holding back/fighting in multiple wars around the world at the same time. We don't even learn about these two wars

Imagine if Britain wasn’t fighting Napoleon in Europe….I’m American but I’m damn sure we’d be like Australia, Canada, and New Zealand today if Britain sent their full force against us

Will anyone ever say that napoleon is one of those people that changed the course of history itself?

Love the chapter titles, I never knew the challenger disaster occurred in 1812

very helpfull thx

Careful in mentioning the 1812 war, at least in Canada. A side show for the British, Napoleon's war was the focal point for the UK. The looses were the native indian tribes.

I really like this video! Not many people know About this war, although it is really interesting!

Thank you for the info. God bless.

Very good. Thank you!

The Battle of New Orleans was fought AFTER the Treaty of Ghent, but was still a main factor as to why the US believed they won the war. It was a smashing victory for the United States, even though it didn't affect the peace treaty. However, it increased feelings of nationalism, patriotism, and optimism in the US and ushered in the Era of Good Feelings.

You have to talk about Jackson's victory over the British at New Orleans. It helped get Jackson elected the 7th President. He then had a huge impact on history.

The war of saving face, Where a country that was about to get everything they wanted from another country that couldn't be bothered anymore, and declared war anyway. While that country with much bigger issues (Like bankrupting itself trying to fight France) fought anyway just to not seem weak

You need to clarify a few things... Barring the colonists from Western expansion was more of a policy tool to encourage Indian loyalty to the Crown over the French. Keeping this ban after the Treaty of Paris by encouraging friction between the US and Native nations was not the only tool Britain employed as they also occupied areas clearly American as defined by the same treaty. Impressment of Americans at sea was substantial, some 15,000. So undermanned and compensated was the Royal Navy tha it included other foreigners as well. It was the Jeffersonian Republicans, not the Republican party, which included the Warhwaks. A group of politicians from the west and south led by Henry Clay. It may have happened after the Treaty of Ghent but I think the Battle of New Orleans would have been worth mentioning... I wonder what the thoughts of important persons were at the time, American and English. I'm thinking of Lord North's words after hearing the outcome of Yorktown. Thanks for the upload.

In Portuguese history books this war is like 2 lines within pages and pages of the Napoleonic wars. What a nice coalition victory!

Based on the timeline given here, the outbreak of the war is inexplicable. President Madison was seeking reelection in 1812. He hoped a war with Britian would boost his chances. Why would he think this? Because the War Hawks had done very well in the 1810 midterms. Congress had abolished the War Department earlier that year. In other words, the politicians didn't see the War Hawks coming until they arrived.

The Americans were like “yeah we better begin peace talks now Napoleon is done for otherwise we’re next”😂😂😂

I like how this video plays the 1812 overture in the background.

He failed to mention that US troops and their Indian allies burned Queenston, the capitol of Upper Canada. The Brittish burned Washington in retaliation.

According to Encyclopedia Britannica "Battle of Plattsburgh, also called the Battle of Lake Champlain, (6-11 September 1814), battle during the War of 1812 that resulted in an important American victory on Lake Champlain that saved New York from possible British invasion via the Hudson River valley." I realize this video is a very brief summary but I was surprised this battle wasn't mentioned.

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I'd call this one a tie, but the British easily could have won if they actually cared.

Always a point to note you hardly mentioned the wider context. At the start of 1812 Britain was singlehandedly in conflict with all of mainland Europe at the time, under a massive continental embargo (which is the reason why we drink tea btw) and yet still managed to fend off an attack on a continent away.

One correction: Rensselaer's name was Stephen Van Rensselaer, who went on to establish Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and become Lt Governor of New York. Otherwise, excellent video!

At 7:00 the term "War Hawks" was not party specific. It was used much as we use the term "war mongers" today. Also, the "Republican Party" referred to was not the Republican party of today, which was not formed until 1858. At that time, the Democratic Republican party was sometimes referred to as Jeffersonian Republicans, or Jeffersonians, and very often just Republicans. They are the Democratic party of today.

USA : ''lets burn down the Canadian government building, as no one cares'' Canada : ''you think you can get away with that dude''

Isn't it true that Madison wanted to declare war on both France and England ? Especially to quell ideas that he was being used by Napoleon or that he showed favour towards France. I believe there is a letter he sent to Jefferson where he states his desire to declare war on both. I believe he was talked out of it as declaring war on France was pointless, what could they do, but England could be attacked through attacking Canada

I was at the historic battlefield at Tippecanoe. It was very small battlefield. Just outside Lafayette, Indiana.

As a Brit I am proud to say our history and blood are inter twined , that we are brothers in arms to face today's world .

Basically, War of 1812 was one big cluster f for both sides.

Not sure I agree with the comment at 8:15 saying the British were well prepared. They were in Europe because of Napoleon but in Canada Brock had next to nothing to fight a much larger US army which is why they went on the offensive and acquired the aid of the Natives. At least that's what I've always read and heard from various sources.

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Dear General: We have met the enemy and they are ours. Two ships, two brigs, one schooner and one sloop. Yours with great respect and esteem, O.H. Perry Battle of Lake Erie

I'm kind of surprised Winfield Scott's capture at Queenston Heights wasn't mentioned.

No mention of Tecumseh.

Note: the Republican party was founded in 1854 the Party mentioned in the video is the Democratic- Republican Party it is a completely different Party founded in 1792 and does not exist anymore.

British soldier knocking on the door of the white house: "Hello Dolly?"

Why not talking about the ''Bataille de la Châteauguay'' where 300 French-Canadian and 20 natives routed an army of 3000 U.S soldiers? It stop the U.S advance on Montreal and was a key event in the war?

The British burning of the White House was in retaliation for an American raid on York (now Toronto) the previous winter, in which US troops burned many buildings leaving many residents homeless to die of exposure.

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