Question

Why was New Orleans so important?

Answer 1

Answer:

New Orleans was one of the most important port cities in the U.S. at the time. The city allowed access to the Mississippi River, an important route for both transportation (of both troops and civilians) and shipping. Many strategists during the War of 1812 saw control of the Mississippi River as control of the war itself.

Explanation:

I looked in an old book I have at my house

Answer 2

The city allowed access to the mississippi river , an important route for both transportation and shipping