In 1848, Lewis Cass, campaigning on the annexation of New England and military intervention fo the liberation of Canada. Due to an electorate tie vote against Zachary Taylor, the House of Represenatives appoints Lewis Cass to be president. On his first day in office, Lewis Cass orders the Invasion of New England and sends troops into Canada to fight British Forces. The Invasion of New England is quickly propelled due to an influx of troops to the border after the American election. All remaining troops from the failed invasion of New England are sent to aid the Liberation of Canada. Although the Liberation is called off following the horrendous Battle of Ottowa, a popular uprising inspired by American efforts in 1852 grants Canada and Quebec their independence five years later.