1 jun 1812 año - Madison delivers a message to Congress, justifying war against Britain and asking for a declaration of war.

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On June 4, the House of Representatives votes 79-49 for war against Britain. On June 16, Britain revokes its Orders in Council in an attempt to avoid war with the United States, but news of the British decision will reach the United States too late. On June 17, Senate votes 19-13 for a declaration of war.

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