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The major cause for the United States going to war in 1812 was:

British interference with United States trade.

Spanish control of the Louisiana territory.

James Madison's need to control world affairs.

The canceling of Orders in Council by the British.

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The answer is the first one "British interference with United States trade."

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Well it was because Brittan wouldn't stop seizing french and American boats that were trading with America.

So your answer is A:British interference with United States trade.
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