Question

To what extent did the War of 1812 constitute a “second American Revolution”? In your answer be sure to address EACH of the following: Foreign Relations, Economic Development. Limit your answer to the period through the 1820s.

Answer 1

In many ways, the War of 1812 was indeed a "second revolution" because once again the Americans were up against the British, and once again they "won". This placed them with far more economic independence and pride in the nation. It gave them the respect of the world, which made for better foreign relations.