Why do you think it was so important for both the British and the Americans to control the Great Lakes during the War of 1812?

Select the best answer from the choices below.

The British ships already controlled the Atlantic Ocean.

The lakes held the majority of the British navy's ships.

The lakes could carry armies and supplies straight into Canada or the U.S.

The lakes provided access to every American state.

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Why do you think it was so important for both the British and the Americans to control the Great Lakes during the War of 1812?  

 
Select the best answer from the choices below. 



The British ships already controlled the Atlantic Ocean. 



The lakes held the majority of the British navy's ships. 



The lakes could carry armies and supplies straight into Canada or the U.S. 



The lakes provided access to every American state.