1812: War and the Passions of Patriotism (Early American Studies)

The War of 1812 was a disaster for many reasons, but it also gained popular support that ushered in an era of national identity and strengthened unity.

Historian Nicole Eustace's cultural history of the war tells the story of how this expensive and unproductive campaign won over a young nation by appealing to the heart.

From the first attempt at invading Canada to the burning of the Capitol, each major event became an opportunity to capture the American imagination.

Presidential speeches, political cartoons, tavern songs, and treatises all played on romantic notions of familial love to espouse population expansion and territorial aggression while maintaining limitations on citizenship.

This book demonstrates the significance of the War of 1812 in American history and how it laid the groundwork for a patriotism that still reverberates today.

Don't miss out on this fascinating look into one of America's most important historical events!