Which description of events in the War of 1812 is not true?

A. Dolley Madison saved historical objects as she fled the White House.

B. The British navy won the Battle of New Orleans early in the war.

C."The Star-Spangled Banner" described the defense of Fort McHenry.

D. British occupation troops burned the White House and Capitol.

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Araceli Shea

9 January, 11:53

Which description of events in the War of 1812 is not true?

A. Dolley Madison saved historical objects as she fled the White House.

B. The British navy won the Battle of New Orleans early in the war.

C."The Star-Spangled Banner" described the defense of Fort McHenry.

D. British occupation troops burned the White House and Capitol.

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Cesar Callahan · Answer 1

B

Explanation:

The Battle of New Orleans was fought on January 8, 1815 between British troops led by General Edward Pakenham and American forces led by General Andrew Jackson. Despite being outnumbered 2:1, the Americans, who had constructed sophisticated earthworks, won a decisive victory against the British assault.