Question

Multiple Choice Question
What was the major cause of the War of 1812?
A.
The United States wanted to fight England again.
B.
France forced the United States to fight England.
C.
The United States fought to take over trade routes from England.
D.
Impressment of sailors

Answer 1

The major cause of the War of 1812 was D. Impressment of sailors. This issue involved the British practice of forcing American sailors into the Royal Navy, which heightened tensions between the United States and Britain and contributed significantly to the outbreak of war.