Impressment: Impressment refers to the practice of forcibly recruiting individuals into military service. British ships would often seize American sailors and force them into service for the British Navy.
Embargo Act: The Embargo Act was a law passed by Congress in 1807 that prohibited American ships from trading with foreign nations. It was enacted as a response to perceived injustices by European powers but ended up hurting American merchants instead.
War Hawks: War Hawks were members of Congress, mostly from the South and West, who strongly advocated for war against Britain. They believed that war was necessary to protect American interests and honor during this territorial dispute.