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James Madison
Elected during mounting tension with Great Britain, declared War of 1812.
Embargos
Used by earlier Presidents to avoid declared war in Europe.
Impressment
British policy of forcing American sailors to serve in their navy.
Fortifications
British-held sites along the Great Lakes, suspected of aiding American Indians.
Canada
Targeted by Americans to drive the British out of North America during the War of 1812.
Democratic-Republicans
Reduced military preparedness due to scaling back the federal government.
Federalist Party
Dissolved after failing to support the War of 1812.
Manufacturing
Began to develop in the United States due to the British blockade during the War of 1812.
Treaty of Ghent
Negotiated settlement ending the War of 1812, boosting American confidence.
Territorial growth
Resulted from the War of 1812, setting the stage for expansion.
National identity
Emergence of a new American identity post-War of 1812.
Strength and viability
Transition of the United States from vulnerability to strength post-War of 1812.
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