The 1812 Event was the WAR of 1812, a conflict between the United States and the United Kingdom. The WAR began in June 1812 and lasted until February 1815, with the Treaty of Ghent ending the hostilities. The WAR was fought mainly in the United States and Canada, with both sides suffering heavy losses. The WAR was largely a stalemate, with neither side gaining any significant advantage. The WAR is remembered for its naval battles, including the Battle of Lake Erie and the Battle of New Orleans.