Question

question 18 of 20
which factor created tension between the united states and britain, ultimately leading to the war of 1812?
a. british refusal to allow americans to trade with canada
b. impressment of sailors on american ships by the british navy
c. competition over land in western north america
d. residual anger and bitterness following the revolutionary war

Explanation:

One of the major causes of the War of 1812 was the impressment of American sailors by the British navy. The British would stop American ships and force American sailors into British naval service, which greatly angered the United States.

Answer:

B. Impressment of sailors on American ships by the British navy