Choose two of the main causes that led to the War of 1812.

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The limiting of American trade with Europe by the British.
The limiting of American trade with Europe by the British.
The British Royal Navy's policy of Impressment
The British Royal Navy's policy of Impressment
The direct involvement of American troops in the French Revolution.
The direct involvement of American troops in the French Revolution.
The involvement of Napoleon in the issues with Native Americans in the United States.
The involvement of Napoleon in the issues with Native Americans in the United States.
The British invasion of Florida.
The British invasion of Florida.

Answer 1

Two main causes that led to the War of 1812 are:

1. The limiting of American trade with Europe by the British: The British imposed various trade restrictions that severely limited American commerce, particularly through their Orders in Council, which hindered U.S. trade with France and other countries. This caused significant economic distress in the United States and increased tensions between the two nations.

2. The British Royal Navy's policy of Impressment: The British practice of impressment involved the coercion of American sailors into service in the British Royal Navy. Many American sailors were kidnapped and forced to serve on British ships, leading to outrage and demands for action against Britain by the American public and government.

These factors contributed significantly to the growing animosity between the United States and Great Britain, ultimately resulting in the War of 1812.