Question

This US battle happened in the same year as the Battle of Waterloo.

A) Battle of New Orleans
B) Battle of Gettysburg
C) Battle of Antietam
D) Battle of Bull Run

Answer 1

The US battle that coincided with the year of the Battle of Waterloo is the Battle of New Orleans, which took place in 1815 during the War of 1812. This battle is where Andrew Jackson earned fame for his leadership.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Battle of Waterloo occurred in 1815, a significant event in European history that marked the end of the Napoleonic Wars. Looking at the options provided:

• Battle of Gettysburg - Occurred in 1863 during the Civil War.
• Battle of Antietam - Took place in 1862, also during the Civil War.
• Battle of Bull Run - Consists of two battles, the first in 1861 and the second in 1862, both part of the Civil War.

The correct answer is the Battle of New Orleans, which occurred in 1815, during the War of 1812, although the battle took place after the war had officially ended with the signing of the Treaty of Ghent. It is famous for being the battle where Andrew Jackson earned national fame by leading a successful defense of the city of New Orleans against the British.