Main Conflict

Definition

The main conflict refers to the primary issue or disagreement that leads to a larger conflict or war. In the context of the War of 1812, the main conflict was between the United States and Great Britain over issues such as trade restrictions, impressment of American sailors, and British support for Native American resistance against American expansion.

Related terms

Trade Restrictions: Policies implemented by governments to control or limit international trade, often leading to conflicts between nations.

Impressment: The act of forcibly recruiting individuals into military service, in this case referring to British naval forces taking American sailors against their will.

Native American Resistance: Refers to various efforts made by indigenous tribes in America to resist encroachment on their lands by European settlers or expansionist Americans.