The Burning of the Washington

What was the Burning of Washington?

• The Burning of Washington was an event during the War of 1812 in which British Troops invaded and set the White House ablaze, as well as many other buildings.

• The Burning of Washington was an event in which British Troops attacked Washington with intentions to harm civilians.

• The Burning of Washington was an event in WW2 in which civilians set the White House ablaze to protest.

Led by​ (a)   ​ , (b)   ​ set (c)   to flames on August 24, 1814.

• Rear Admiral George Cockburn
• British Troops
• Washington

What did the British Troops do when they got to Washington?

• Assasinated the President

• Set fire to the White House

• Played with the first lady

• Had dinner with the President

In which state did the Burning of Washington take place?

• Washington

• Oklahoma

• Ohio

• Nebraska

Which war was the burning of Washington apart of?

• WW1

• WW2

• Civil War

• War of 1812