The leading War Hawks were a. Decatur and Pinckney. c. Clay and Tecumseh. b. Clay and Calhoun. d. Calhoun and Harrison.

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The leading War Hawks were a. Decatur and Pinckney. c. Clay and Tecumseh. b. Clay and Calhoun. d. Calhoun and Harrison.

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Chewy · Answer 1

The term War Hawk usually refers to individuals who are not only in favor of military action but actively promote active involvement by the military in a conflict. Two of the most notable War Hawks of the 19th century were Henry Clay (Kentucky) and John C. Calhoun (South Carolina).

Dillon · Answer 2

Clay and Calhoun were both leading members of the War Hawks.