Why did the United States go to war against Britain in 1812?
a. Britain was trying to buy the Louisiana Territory.
b. Britain was interfering with U.S. foreign trade.
c. Britain refused to give up its forts in the Northwest Territory.
d. Britain was becoming too friendly with France.
Ans: b. Britain was interfering with U.S. foreign trade.
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