Question

Why did the war of 1812 happen

Answer 1

The two leading causes of the war were the British Orders-in-Council, which limited American trade with Europe, and impressment, the Royal Navy's practice of taking seamen from American merchant vessels to fill out the crews of its own chronically undermanned warships..

Answer 2

Answer: The two leading causes were the British Orders-in-Council, limited American trade with Europe, and impressment, the Royal Navy's practice of taking seamen from American merchant vessels to fill out the crews of its own chronically undermanned warships.

Explanation: What I said on the top. Hope this helps!