Answer:
A B C and maybe D depending on the assignment you have
Explanation:
A
The British fleet sailed up and down the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River, as well as numerous inlets, raiding settlements and blockading vessels. The largest of these raids took place beginning on Aug. 19, 1814, when Adm. George Cockburn and Maj.
B
On August 24, 1814, British forces marched into Washington, D.C. and set fire to the White House, the Capitol, and other government buildings.
C
Dolley Madison chose to have his portrait rescued from the White House just before the building went up in flames.
D
Washington was poorly defended, having not been thought a likely British target. Its defense relied principally on militia, and its command was less than effective with Secretary of State Monroe interfering with the deployment of troops commanded by Brigadier General William Winder.
