In the War of 1812, the Battle of New Orleans
A. took place weeks after the war had officially ended.
B. resulted in hundreds of American deaths.
C. gave the British control of the Mississippi River.
D. saw the British lay siege to the city for nearly a month.
E. saw inexperienced British troops face battle-hardened American forces.
Answer: A
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