1812

The war of 1812 stands as testament to political and regional differences within the nation.
On one hand, Federalists populated much of the northern or New England states, whereas on the other hand, Democratic Republicans lived in much of the South and Southwestern states.
The twos' beliefs were also extremely different. Federalists believed that war would substantially worsen political divisions and relations with their rivals, the "Jeffersonians", as shown in their willingness to help the British by supplying materials to prevent war. However, Democratic-Republicans were pro-war, for it would help in their increase of power by, say, gaining land in Canada.
Not only were they divided through political beliefs, but also regional differences, which created a perfect concoction for CONFLICT!