Question

The Battle of New Orleans is considered by many to be the greatest land victory of the War of 1812. Even though the Treaty of Ghent ended the War of 1812, why was the Battle of New Orleans fought? Describe one of the advantages that Andrew Jackson had over the British despite being outnumbered

Answer 1

The battle, which took place on January 8, 1815, featured the British aggressors intent on capturing New Orleans, which they thought would give them control of the vast majority of the newly acquired Louisiana Purchase. New Orleans' financial district was superior to others in North America. The U.S military had a stronger Navy. The U.S troops were better acclimated to the climate of Louisiana. The U.S. troops were familiar with the land.

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