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First Invasion: The War of 1812

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Elaborate reenactments are juxtaposed with comments by historians in this glossy review of America's "Second War of Independence" against Britain (1812-15). Included: the causes of the conflict; American designs on Canada; the burning of Washington D.C.; the Battle of New Orleans. Edward Herrmann narrates.

Director Gary ForemanGenres War, History, Documentary

Cast

Edward Herrmann

Edward Herrmann

Narrator

Mark D. Hutter

Mark D. Hutter

James Madison

Sally E. Bennett

Sally E. Bennett

Dolley Madison