Instructional Video
Have Fun With History

Have Fun With History: The War of 1812

9th - 10th
The War of 1812, between the United States of America and the British Empire (particularly Great Britain and British North America), lasted from 1812 to 1815. It was fought chiefly on the Atlantic Ocean and on the land, coasts and...
Instructional Video
Have Fun With History

Have Fun With History: The War of 1812

9th - 10th
A brief introduction to the causes and battles of the War of 1812.
Audio
NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: The Star Spangled Battle of Baltimore

9th - 10th
NPR interviews a historian about the events leading up to the writing of the United States national anthem (Star-Spangled Banner). Learn why the Battle of Baltimore was a turning point in the War of 1812.