Why did many War Hawks support war against Britain in 1812?
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Correct answer: They wanted honor and more influence in North America
War Hawks believed Britain was insulting American independence through impressment and interference with trade. Some also hoped war would weaken British support for Native resistance and possibly allow expansion into Canada.
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