History That Doesn't Suck 26: Peace in Ghent, War in New Orleans
Oct 15, 2018
Explore the chaotic aftermath of the War of 1812 as American negotiators finalize a peace treaty in Ghent, while battles continue in New Orleans. Witness the rise of Andrew Jackson, a bold leader uniting diverse forces against the British. Discover the political turmoil as Federalists make ill-timed demands that hasten their party's decline. Experience the intensity of the final clash and its impact on American identity, shaping future politics and heralding a new era.
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Jackson's Toughness
- Andrew Jackson and the Benton brothers had a shootout in 1813.
- Jackson was seriously injured but refused amputation, foreshadowing his toughness.
Ghent Negotiations
- In 1814, American and British negotiators met in Ghent, Belgium to end the War of 1812.
- Initial British demands were outrageous, including redrawing the US-Canadian border and ceding Maine.
Treaty of Ghent Outcome
- The Treaty of Ghent ultimately restored pre-war boundaries (status quo antebellum).
- Impressment, a key cause of the war, was not addressed but became irrelevant with the end of the Napoleonic Wars.