Question

Examine the map below and answer the question that follows.
a map of the Great Lakes region during the War of 1812
Why was the Great Lakes region an important battleground during the War of 1812?
A:The lakes were close to Washington, D.C., and Baltimore
B:The lakes were on the border between Canada and the U.S
C:The lakes were an important key to capturing New England
D:All answers are correct.