Who signed a declaration for America?
James Madison
When did he do it?
1812
What specific declaration was it?
American declaration of war
Which war did this begin?
The War of 1812
Who was it between?
he United States, the United Kingdom, and their respective allies
Did the Brits view it as part of a larger engagement?
Yes
Which one?
the Napoleonic Wars
What other country was a major player in that conflict?
Canada
Which country had a naval blockade imposed on them?
France
Did the US believe this was legal?
No
What did the Brits do to keep the blockade running?
impressed American merchant sailors into the Royal Navy
How long did the American war last?
3 years
Did people believe this conflict was an attempt to add more territory to the US?
Yes
Which people in particular?
Senior figures such as Lord Liverpool and Lord Castlereagh
Was this opinion common in much of the South?
No