The War of 1812 was a small war by most standards, greatly overshadowed by the war between France and Britain in Europe. Though peaceful conditions existed between the United States and Great Britain following the American Revolution (1775-1783), there were a number of Americans who still harbored ill feelings. There was an underlying belief that British North America should have been conquered during the Revolution; that the whole continent should be under control of the United …showed first 75 words of 1062 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1062 total…come from defending their lands with courage and skill. There was also better understanding between French and English speaking Canadians as a result of fighting a common foe. And though it was not realized at the time, the conflict with the United States was the first step toward the ultimate union of the provinces of British North America. The war had forced the provinces to co-operate with one Another in the urgent matter of defense.