How it started
The Pig War is a historically intriguing incident, often overshadowed by more prominent events of the era. Rooted in the overarching land greed and expansionist agendas of the 19th century, both the United States and Great Britain, like many colonizing powers, were ever eager to delineate and assert their territorial dominance.
In their pursuit to lay claim over newfound territories, they crafted numerous treaties. These documents were meticulously drawn up, with the underlying intent to ensure peaceful coexistence by avoiding territorial skirmishes. However, despite the meticulous planning, ambiguities crept in, laying the groundwork for disputes like the Pig War.