to stop

a government order preventing trade between nations due to a political disagreement or problem.

a policy of remaining apart from the affairs or interests of other groups, especially the political affairs of other countries.

To set free

President James Monroe's declaration in 1823 that the Western Hemisphere was no longer open to European colonization

A position of not taking sides in a conflict

to follow, as in a goal or purpose

to mean or represent

Last major battle of the War of 1812; making Andrew Jackson a national hero and propelling him later to the presidency.

During the War of 1812 on September 13-14, Fort McHenry withstood a 25-hour bombardment by the British Vice-Admiral Alexander Cochane and his fleet, which prompted the famous "Star-spangled Banner," by Francis Scott Key when he saw the flag still standing.

British practice of taking American sailors and forcing them into military service

evacuation of English troops from their posts along the Great Lakes.

Ended the War of 1812. Did not address grievances that led to the war (stalemate for both sides).

Those who were eager to go to war with Great Britain because they felt it would be safer for American settlers if Great Britain lost control of the NorthWestern frontier.

Known as "The second war for independence" US v Britain:fought over trade restrictions caused by British-French war; the impressment of American sailors, British support of American Indian tribes against American expansion.

a famous chief of the Shawnee who tried to unite Indian tribes to stop the white settlers from moving into Indian tribes.(1768-1813)