Why did America declare war on Great Britain in the War of 1812?

Answer 1

The war of 1812 was declared by the Americans because the british restricted the American trade with France and the difficulties including the forced recruitments.

It was just because of the british bothering the Americans.

Also the Americans had thought that Canada had been an easy target for them. The population in Canada was over 50% American so it would have been easier to control.

Answer 2

1. Trade restrictions between America and France.

2. The British would go out into the ocean and take deserters.

3. The British would help during Indian raids on America.

4. The British were not allowing American expansion.

Answer 3

There are a number of factors here but the two main reasons were that the British introduced a no trade policy between America and France (the British were at war with France at the time). Also there was in place at the time forced enlistment of American civilians into the Royal Navy.

Answer 4

Because England was impressing the American sailors.

Answer 5

America has never declared war on England.

Answer 6

For Capturing Many American ships.