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What was the cause of the Chesapeake-Leopard Affair?
Seizure of American ships and impressment of US citizens by the Royal Navy
What is the significance of the US passing the non-importation act?
It prohibited the importation of GB goods that could be bought elsewhere or manufactured in the US
What effect did the Essex decision have on US trade with GB and France?
It led to interference with US trade again by both France and GB
What does impressment refer to in this context?
The act of seizing for public use or of impressing into public service
What was the cause of an increase in seizure of US ships and impressment of Americans by GB?
Re-export trade with France and GB
Why did the US become involved in re-exports?
To remain neutral in the war between France and GB
What was the consequence of the Embargo Act?
It led to encouraging the smuggling of US goods into Canada
Who were the War Hawks and what was their main goal?
They were nationalists who wanted to declare war on GB to protect US rights
What was the cause of the Battle of Tippecanoe?
Maritime rights and US sovereignty
Why were all Federalists and some Republicans against the War of 1812?
They believed it would lead to territorial aggression by the US
What was the outcome of the US invasion of Canada during the War of 1812?
US forces retreated to Detroit after surrendering
What happened during the Battle of York?
US army raided and burned the Canadian capital
What was the significance of Oliver Hazard Perry's victory at Put-in-Bay?
It resulted in the surrender of British forces to US in the northwest
Test your knowledge about the US decision to remain neutral amidst the continuing war between France and Great Britain, and its involvement in re-exporting goods produced in certain Caribbean islands to Europe. Explore the effects of this trade on international relations and the issuance of the Essex Decision.
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