Which of the following is a fair statement regarding the War of 1812?

A) All Americans were willing to go to war with Great Britain.
B) Federalists pushed for a declaration of war to protect New England merchants.
C) Protest against the war led to mob violence within some states.
D) The Indians sided with the Americans in the hope of expelling the British from western territories.

War of 1812

A conflict fought between the United States and the United Kingdom, along with their respective allies, from 1812 to 1815, primarily over issues of trade restrictions and American territorial expansion.

New England Merchants

Colonial and early American merchants located in the New England region, known for engaging in trade and commerce, including the Triangle Trade.

Mob Violence

Acts of violence committed by large groups of people, often driven by social, political, or economic grievances.