Dennis Rasmussen Essay question # 2 Dr Dennis Casey History 1301 War of 1812 If you look at one small aspect of this war you could infer, had the United States been able to stay neutral this war might have been avoided. In reality I don't think this war was anymore avoidable than World War I or World War II. American pride coupled with the fact that we were a fledgling nation experiencing a depression, political unrest, and being …showed first 75 words of 2712 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2712 total…Canada. The war cost America millions of dollars, thousands of lives, and our nations capitol. It did however reopen trade with Britain and Europe, and it did give America back its honor and sense of purpose. The outcome of this war probably solidified our position in the world as separate and independent nation. If you're of the mindset that puts country and honor above all then t! his war was a definite victory. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**