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US Army Center

U.s. Army Center of Military History: The War of 1812

For Students 9th - 10th
A history of the War of 1812, from U.S Army historians. This comprehensive site details the full scope of the war, examining its origins, the opposing sides, early campaigns, strategic intent, the course of the war during its second and...
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University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: James Madison

For Students 9th - 10th
Included are James Madison's two inaugural addresses, his State of the Nation speeches, as well as other writings related to the Constitution. Of particular interest is his speech of 1812.
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Other

Common Sense Americanism: Treaty of Ghent

For Students 9th - 10th
This page briefly summarizes the causes of the War of 1812 and the text of the treaty which ended it. Links to a few significant names.
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US National Archives

Our Documents: Treaty of Ghent (1814)

For Students 9th - 10th
Access a full-page scan of a page from the 1814 Treaty of Ghent, a transcription, and background information on its significance.
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University of Groningen

American History: Presidents: Thomas Jefferson

For Students 9th - 10th
Included here are Thomas Jefferson's two inaugural addresses and his State of the Nation speeches. You can follow Jefferson's increased distress concerning the young nation's treatment by European nations. Fascinating reading.