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National Archives Lecture: The Weight of Vengence – The United States, the British Empire, and the War of 1812

National Archives, William G. McGowan Theater 700 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington

History professor Troy Bickham places this "forgotten war" in a global context. The United States saw an opportunity to challenge Britain's dominance, while the British feared the rise of U.S. maritime power and territorial expansion. The War of 1812 was a turning point for both countries and marked a critical moment of self-definition for the