Question 292

In retaliation for the burning of York's Parliament Buildings during the War of 1812, which British Major-General led the expedition that burned down the White House in Washington, D.C.?

  1. AMajor-General Robert Ross
  2. BMajor-General Sir Isaac Brock
  3. CThe Duke of Wellington
  4. DLieutenant-Colonel Charles de Salaberry
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Correct answer: A) Major-General Robert Ross

Explanation

The guide explains that in 1814, as retaliation for the burning of York (now Toronto), 'Major-General Robert Ross led an expedition from Nova Scotia that burned down the White House and other public buildings in Washington, D.C.'

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