Going by the show you would think that the war started when the British invaded the US. Also there were only 3 battles of note, 2 of them connected. The sacking and burning of Washington and the subsequent battle of Baltimore. Lastly, the Battle of Baltimore, which took place after the peace treaty was signed. I expected the series to be US-centric but it not as bad as it was.
If you REALLY want to learn about the War of 1812, in all its glory as well as stupidity, I would suggest reading Pierre Burton's 2 book series on it. It is well written, researched, and shows both sides fairly.
I agree with your comments completely. Berton's books were excellent; the kind of stuff I wish I could write.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I think you meant that last battle (the one fought after the peace was signed) was fought in New Orleans, not Baltimore.
Yeah, must have had a brain fart there, Battle of New Orleans.
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