Question

Why did the United States declare war on Great Britain in 1812?

Responses

Great Britain kidnapped American sailors and forced them into service.
Great Britain kidnapped American sailors and forced them into service.

The United States wanted to honor their alliance with France.
The United States wanted to honor their alliance with France.

The United States believed Great Britain was planning to expand in the West.
The United States believed Great Britain was planning to expand in the West.

Great Britain threatened to invade the United States.

Answer 1

Answer: The US wanted to honor their alliance with France

Explanation: In June 1812, the United States declared war against Great Britain in reaction to three issues: the British economic blockade of France, the induction of thousands of neutral American seamen into the British Royal Navy against their will, and the British support of Native American tribes along the Great Lakes frontier.