The War of 1812 - a Second War for Independence?

On June 18, 1812, the United States declared war on Britain. This declaration was the result of almost thirty years of stormy relations between the two nations subsequent to the signing of the Treaty of Paris in 1783. This treaty ended the Revolutionary War and established the United States as a nation; however, it did not guarantee that Europe would respect its rights or neutrality. The "second war for independence" is the term that historians have appropriately coined …

…unity b. Gained respect from the other nations (ex. Spain) c. Created The Star Spangled Banner Conclusion: Battling to defend Americans, climbing out of insecure financial stability, and creating a respected nation with a new national anthem qualifies as a war for independence. Though there have been many struggles and countless sacrifices, the outcome not always being predictable. However, the United States had become stronger than ever and finally gained its true independence from Britain.