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The wayward War of 1812 | Ross Eric Gibson, Local History

The War of 1812 is today a vague mystery, sometimes confused with the “1812 Overture” played at July 4 fireworks shows, but ...
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Why the War of 1812 Matters

USS Constitution vs HMS Guerriere During the War of 1812. Vintage etching circa late 19th century. (Getty Images) There are good reasons why the War of 1812 is largely a forgotten conflict; a cursory ...