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"A reference source for research on the European war of 1812, this text covers a broad range of topics, presented in short essays. The significant military, political, and diplomatic figures, from John Quincy Adams to Castlereagh, are examined, as are the key battles. The latter include the Battle of Tippecanoe, and the sea battle between the USS Constitution and HMS Guerriere. Another feature of this text is the inclusion of various famous (or infamous) quotations from the period. For example: ""Gunboats are the only water defence which can be useful to us, and protect us from the ruinous folly of a navy"" (Jefferson, June 1812)."

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"""An excellent and important source for all libraries."" - School Library Journal ""A thorough and factual examination of the War of 1812 that fills a significant void in the reference literature of American military history. Since there is no comparable reference source, this is highly recommended for all college and university libraries."" - Choice ""The Heidlers . . . have edited an excellent reference work on the major event of the early national period, the War of 1812. . . . This handsomely produced and easy to use book is fully indexed, with a special section of important documents. Most libraries will want to have it on hand."" - Library Journal"

An excellent and important source for all libraries. - School Library Journal A thorough and factual examination of the War of 1812 that fills a significant void in the reference literature of American military history. Since there is no comparable reference source, this is highly recommended for all college and university libraries. - Choice The Heidlers . . . have edited an excellent reference work on the major event of the early national period, the War of 1812. . . . This handsomely produced and easy to use book is fully indexed, with a special section of important documents. Most libraries will want to have it on hand. - Library Journal

An excellent and important source for all libraries.

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David S. Heidler, Ph.D., is an independent scholar. Jeanne T. Heidler is professor and director of American history at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, CO.

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