The Challenge: Britain Against America in the Naval War of 1812In the summer of 1812 Britain stood alone, fighting for her very survival against a vast European Empire. Only the Royal Navy stood between Napoleon's legions and ultimate victory. In that dark hour America saw its chance to challenge British dominance: her troops invaded Canada and American frigates attacked British merchant shipping, the lifeblood of British defence. |
Contents
Going for Broke | |
Looking for a Way | |
Waiting for the President | |
Many Ways to | |
The American Attack on British Trade | |
The Price of Folly | |
Punishing the Republicans | |
Taking the President | |
War Aims Strategy and the Balance of Power | |
Creating the American War of 1812 | |
The Challenge Answered | |
The Frigates of 1812 | |
About the Author | |
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