War Of 1812 Essay Outline

The War of 1812, also known as the “forgotten” war of 1812 comprised many significant events that shaped our history, such as the battle of Pensacola. It is during this war that the acquisition of Spanish Florida and the many transgressions of this time would transpire. During the War of 1812 the Spanish had ultimate control of Florida, furthermore along with many British, Slaves seeking freedom, as well as Indians also resided there. Although, Slaves as well as Indians worked for and/or were owned by the Spanish settlers, they were ultimately free to roam as they pleased and were given sovereignty to an extent. While, this allowed for peace amongst the Indians, Slaves, and the Spanish, so to speak, it mustered a rebellion amongst the Indians

Fort Barrancas located in Pensacola, Florida, was the headquarters, so to speak, of the Spanish regime and where Governor Manrique resided. As the seize proceeded, Governor Manrique and his troops, which along with the Spanish, consisted of the British and Indians, prepared for battle. Although, many nations had resided and flown their flag at Fort Barrancas, it was the Spanish that had not only built it, but had maneuvered the cannon utilized in the Battle of Pensacola. However, to avoid the fire from these cannons, General Jackson led his men to the east, through beachside, but were still met with artillery resistance once inside. However, the artillery was overcome and captured, which led to Governor Manrique waving a white flag in obvious defeat, ultimately surrendering Pensacola, essentially Spanish Florida. While the Battle of Pensacola seemed relatively swift in comparison to the successional battles that were fought on the path, its conquest and subjugation was the ultimate and necessary finality in the acquisition of Florida. Therefore, the battle of Pensacola is not only an essential piece of Florida’s history, but the United States’ early American