Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain in 1812?

Question

Responses
A The British claimed ownership of California.The British claimed ownership of California.
B British companies refused to pay debts to US banks.British companies refused to pay debts to US banks.
C The British navy repeatedly seized American merchant ships.The British navy repeatedly seized American merchant ships.
D Britain accused the United States of funding the French Revolution.Britain accused the United States of funding the French Revolution.

Answer 1

C. The British navy repeatedly seized American merchant ships.

The United States declared war on Great Britain in 1812 primarily due to issues such as the impressment of American sailors into the British navy, trade restrictions imposed by Britain, and its interference with American shipping.