Achievements

War of 1812- This was a military conflict lasting two and a half years fought between the United States and Britain. While this war solved many issues lingering from the Revolutionary War it didn't involve any boundary changes. The United State declared war in June 8, 1812, for several reasons. These included trade, restrictions because of Britain's war with France, and the impressment of American merchant sailors.

Attacks on our ships- During Madison's time as president, Britain was once more at war with France. This caused many problems for US merchants. During these times, Madison had to deal with our ships constantly being attacked by either Britain or France. Britain would also impress sailors and force them to serve in the British Navy.

Native American Attacks- During Madison's time as president, settlers began quickly moving west, anxious to settle on all the new land America had requires. The only problem was, the land we were trying to settle already belonged to the Native Americans, and they had a right to that land due to previous treaties we had signed before. Still we tried to push the Natives off their land, and many were angered by this. They rallied together and fought near Tippecanoe. This battle soon became known as the Battle of Tippecanoe, and when we find that Britain had supplied the Natives, will lead to war.