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Why was August 24, 1814, such a shocking day for the American people?

a
The American Navy won a great victory on Lake Erie
b
British troops burned down the Capitol building and the White House
c
President James Madison was assassinated

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User Jman
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On august 24th, 1814, British troops burned down the capitol building and the White House.
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User Justin Lee
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British Troops burned down the capitol building and the White House
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