Opposition to the War of 1812 in Britain off war to continue to make money. Movements, such as the Friends of Peace, sprung up to oppose the war with France and the war with America. The last major point of opposition against the War of 1812 came when the British burned the White House, along with other public buildings in Washington, D.C, in August of 1814. Many argued that America deserved to be treated with the same wartime respect that the European powers received, especially when a battle did not involve Native Americans or American militia forces. Other feared it might weaken Britain’s position at the Congress of
USS Growler (1812 schooner) USS Growler (1812 schooner) USS "Growler" (1812) was a 53-ton wooden schooner of 5 guns, which served in the War of 1812, changing hands three times. "Growler" was purchased as "Experiment" on Lake Ontario during 1812, and was first commanded by Sailing Master M.P. Mix. She was actively employed with Isaac Chauncey's squadron on Lake Ontario from 1812 to 1814. "Growler" took part in attacks on Kingston, York, and Fort George and the engagement with the British squadron 7–11 August 1813. She was captured by the British on 10 August 1813, and recaptured on 5 October 1813 by , "Growler"