The War of 1812 saw the British come to Washington and burn the White House and other government buildings .
While the White House was burnt down during the War of 1812, it wasn't burn down in 1812. Instead it was burnt down on August 24, 1814 by British soldiers.
Yes. The British burned down the White House, and other public buildings, during the War of 1812.
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Many times invading forces burn seats of government to demoralize the populace. This was the purpose behind the burning of the White House by the British. It actually served to do the opposite.
The War of 1812.
The White House and other building sin Washington DC.
it was actually 1814..and canada wanted to control america so they went after the capital city
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The White House burned down in 1814 during the War of 1812.
The White House was burned by the British during the War of 1812.
The US Capitol was burned in the year 1814. It was set on fire by British troops during the War of 1812.