Unit 2

Towards Confederation

In this lesson, you will learn about the War of 1812 and how it contributed to shaping the Canadian identity.

One key figure in this war was Tecumseh, a great First Nations Chief who died in battle along with a large First Nations army. Other key figures were General Isaac Brock and Laura Secord.

As you proceed through Lesson 2, try to answer the following question:

What were some of the causes and effects of the War of 1812 for Canada?