The bloody war of 1812 saw British, American, and First Nations forces clash in a conflict that would forever alter North America. This book explains the background to the war and covers the three years of fighting on land and sea, including the battles of Lake Erie and Lake Champlain.
The bloody War of 1812 saw British, American and First Nation forces clash in a conflict that would change North America for ever. This book explains the background to the war, as well as covering the three years of fighting on land and sea, including the battles of Lake Erie and Lake Champlain.
Each volume follows the same clear and accessible structure: Introduction Chronology Background to war Warring sides Outbreak The fighting Portrait of a soldier The world around war Portrait of a civilian How the war ended Conclusion and consequences Index